cul-de-sac
|cul/de/sac|
B2
/ˈkʌl də ˌsæk/
dead-end street
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cul-de-sac' originates from French, specifically the phrase 'cul de sac,' where 'cul' meant 'bottom' and 'sac' meant 'bag.'
Historical Evolution
'cul de sac' was borrowed directly from French into English, retaining its original form and meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'bottom of a bag,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a dead-end street.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a dead-end street, especially one with a circular turnaround.
The children played in the cul-de-sac without worrying about traffic.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45