creeper
|creep/er|
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/ˈkriːpər/
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/ˈkriːpə/
slow or stealthy movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'creeper' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'crepen,' where 'crepen' meant 'to creep.'
Historical Evolution
'crepen' transformed into the modern English word 'creeper.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to move slowly or stealthily,' but over time it evolved to include plants that grow along surfaces.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a plant that grows along the ground or up surfaces by extending stems or branches.
The garden was full of creepers climbing up the walls.
Synonyms
Noun 2
a person or thing that moves slowly or stealthily.
The cat was a silent creeper, stalking its prey.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45