Miss
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A2
/mɪs/
(miss)
Fail to hit or reach
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Miss' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'missen,' where 'mis-' meant 'wrongly' or 'badly.'
Historical Evolution
'missen' transformed into the modern English word 'miss' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to fail to hit or reach,' but over time it evolved to include the feeling of absence.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a title used before the surname or full name of an unmarried woman or girl.
Miss Smith is our new teacher.
Synonyms
Verb 1
to fail to hit, reach, or come into contact with something.
He missed the target by a few inches.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39