aimers
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/ˈeɪmərz/
🇬🇧
/ˈeɪməz/
(aim)
direct intention
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aim' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'esmer', where 'es-' meant 'to' and 'mer' meant 'to measure or estimate'.
Historical Evolution
'esmer' transformed into the Middle English word 'aimen', and eventually became the modern English word 'aim'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to estimate or guess', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to direct or point towards a target'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'aimer', referring to people or devices that aim.
The archery competition had many skilled aimers.
Synonyms
marksmenshooters
Last updated: 2025/06/06 23:51