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ahush

|a-hush|

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/əˈhʌʃ/

state of quietness

Etymology
Etymology Information

'ahush' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'hushen,' where 'hush' meant 'to silence or quiet.'

Historical Evolution

'hushen' transformed into the modern English word 'hush,' and eventually became the adjective 'ahush' to describe a state of quietness.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to silence or quiet,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a state of quietness or silence.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

in a state of quietness or silence.

The room was ahush as the speaker began.

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Last updated: 2025/06/05 16:06