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/bɔɪz/
(boy)
young male
Etymology
Etymology Information
'boy' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'boi', where it meant 'servant' or 'young male'.
Historical Evolution
'boi' transformed into the modern English word 'boy'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'servant' or 'young male', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'young male child'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural possessive form of 'boy', indicating ownership by more than one boy.
The boys' toys were scattered all over the room.
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