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ablare

|a-blare|

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/əˈblɛr/

🇬🇧

/əˈblɛə/

loud noise

Etymology
Etymology Information

'ablare' originates from the English prefix 'a-' meaning 'in a state of' and the word 'blare,' which means 'to make a loud noise.'

Historical Evolution

'blare' transformed from the Middle English word 'blaren,' which meant 'to cry out loudly,' and eventually became the modern English word 'blare.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to make a loud noise,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

making a loud, harsh noise

The sirens were ablare throughout the city.

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Last updated: 2025/04/03 01:06