clamoring
|clam-or-ing|
B2
/ˈklæmərɪŋ/
(clamor)
loud noise
Etymology
Etymology Information
'clamor' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'clamor', where 'clam-' meant 'to shout'.
Historical Evolution
'clamor' changed from the Old French word 'clamour' and eventually became the modern English word 'clamor'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a loud outcry', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a loud and confused noise'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
making a loud and confused noise, especially of people shouting vehemently.
The crowd was clamoring for the band to play another song.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42