crashed
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B1
/kræʃt/
(crash)
sudden impact
Etymology
Etymology Information
'crash' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'crasschen,' where 'crass-' meant 'to break or shatter.'
Historical Evolution
'crasschen' transformed into the modern English word 'crash' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to break or shatter,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'collide or stop functioning suddenly.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'crash'.
The car crashed into the wall.
Synonyms
Verb 3
to stop functioning suddenly, especially a computer or system.
The computer crashed during the presentation.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41