agog
|a-gog|
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/əˈɡɑːɡ/
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/əˈɡɒɡ/
eager anticipation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agog' originates from Middle French, specifically the word 'en gogues,' where 'en' meant 'in' and 'gogues' meant 'merriment or fun.'
Historical Evolution
'en gogues' transformed into the English word 'agog' and eventually became the modern English word 'agog' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'in a state of merriment or fun,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'eager or curious.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
very eager or curious to hear or see something.
The children were agog to see the circus parade.
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Last updated: 2025/06/02 03:51