complaining
|com-plain-ing|
B1
/kəmˈpleɪnɪŋ/
(complain)
express dissatisfaction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'complain' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'complaindre,' where 'com-' meant 'together' and 'plaindre' meant 'lament.'
Historical Evolution
'complaindre' transformed into the Middle English word 'compleinen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'complain.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to lament together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'express dissatisfaction.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
expressing dissatisfaction or annoyance about something.
She is always complaining about the weather.
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Verb 2
present participle form of 'complain'.
He was complaining about the noise.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45