brood
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/bruːd/
offspring; deep thought
Etymology
Etymology Information
'brood' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'brōd', where 'brōd' meant 'offspring or hatch'.
Historical Evolution
'brōd' changed from Old English word 'brōd' and eventually became the modern English word 'brood'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'offspring or hatch', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a family of young animals' and 'to think deeply'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a family of young animals, especially birds, produced at one hatching or birth.
The hen was clucking over her brood of chicks.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39