boil
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/bɔɪl/
heat to vapor
Etymology
Etymology Information
'boil' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'boillir,' where 'boillir' meant 'to bubble or boil.'
Historical Evolution
'boillir' transformed into the Middle English word 'boilen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'boil.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bubble or boil,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a painful, pus-filled swelling on the skin, typically caused by an infection.
He had a boil on his neck that needed treatment.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35