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aglance

|a-glance|

B1

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/əˈɡlæns/

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/əˈɡlɑːns/

(glance)

quick look

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleAdverb
glanceglancesglancesglancedglancedglancingglancingly
Etymology
Etymology Information

'glance' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'glancen,' where 'glance' meant 'to shine or flash.'

Historical Evolution

'glancen' transformed into the modern English word 'glance' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to shine or flash,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a quick look.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

at a quick look or with a brief view.

The report provides an aglance overview of the company's performance.

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Last updated: 2025/06/01 02:21