cruising
|cruis/ing|
B2
/ˈkruːzɪŋ/
(cruise)
smooth travel
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cruise' originates from Dutch, specifically the word 'kruisen,' where 'kruis' meant 'cross.'
Historical Evolution
'kruisen' transformed into the Middle English word 'cruysen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'cruise.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to cross or sail about,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'travel smoothly at a moderate speed.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 2
to travel smoothly at a moderate speed.
The car was cruising down the highway.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41