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aam

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/ɑːm/

mango

Etymology
Etymology Information

'aam' originates from Hindi, specifically the word 'आम', where 'आम' meant 'mango'.

Historical Evolution

'आम' changed from the Sanskrit word 'आम्र' and eventually became the modern Hindi word 'आम'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'mango', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a type of mango, commonly found in South Asia.

The aam was ripe and juicy.

Synonyms

Noun 2

a year in the Hindu calendar.

The festival is celebrated in the first aam of the cycle.

Last updated: 2025/03/28 12:51