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Google

|goo-gle|

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/ˈɡuːɡəl/

search the web

Etymology
Etymology Information

'Google' originates from English, specifically the word 'googol', where 'googol' meant '10^100'.

Historical Evolution

'Google' changed from the coined word 'googol' (created in the 1920s) and was later adopted (with altered spelling) as the modern company name 'Google' in the late 1990s.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to the very large number '10^100', but over time it evolved into a brand name and a verb meaning 'to search the internet'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the multinational technology company known for internet-related products and services (corporate entity).

Google announced a new update to its policies.

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Noun 2

the web search engine service provided by the company (often referred to simply as the search engine).

I found the answer using Google.

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Verb 1

to search for information about (someone or something) on the internet, typically using the Google search engine.

I'll Google the address.

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Last updated: 2025/12/11 10:32