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booming

|boom/ing|

B2

/ˈbuː.mɪŋ/

(boom)

rapid growth

Base FormPluralPresentPastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'booming' originates from the word 'boom', which comes from the Dutch word 'bom', meaning 'a deep, resonant sound'.

Historical Evolution

'boom' changed from the Dutch word 'bom' and eventually became the modern English word 'boom'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a deep, resonant sound', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'rapid growth or expansion'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

present participle of 'boom'.

The economy is booming.

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Adjective 1

experiencing rapid growth or expansion.

The tech industry is booming.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35