belongings
|be/long/ings|
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/bɪˈlɔːŋɪŋz/
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/bɪˈlɒŋɪŋz/
(belonging)
owned items
Etymology
Etymology Information
'belonging' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'belangen,' where 'be-' meant 'about' and 'langen' meant 'to go along with.'
Historical Evolution
'belangen' transformed into the modern English word 'belonging' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to be appropriate or suitable,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'items owned by someone.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
items that are owned or possessed by someone, typically personal items.
She packed her belongings into a suitcase.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40