cure-all
|cure/all|
B2
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/ˈkjʊrˌɔl/
🇬🇧
/ˈkjʊəˌɔːl/
universal remedy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cure-all' originates from the combination of 'cure' and 'all', where 'cure' meant 'to heal' and 'all' referred to 'everything'.
Historical Evolution
'Cure-all' has been used in English since the 17th century to describe a remedy that could supposedly cure any ailment.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a remedy for all diseases', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a solution for all problems'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/13 13:06