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cured

|cured|

B1

🇺🇸

/kjʊrd/

🇬🇧

/kjʊəd/

(cure)

capable of being healed

Base FormPluralPresent3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounNounNounAdjectiveAdjective
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'cure' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'cura,' where 'cura' meant 'care.'

Historical Evolution

'cura' transformed into the Old French word 'curer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'cure' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'care or concern,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to heal or restore health.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

past tense or past participle form of 'cure'.

The doctor cured the patient.

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Adjective 1

preserved or processed to prevent spoilage, especially by smoking, salting, or drying.

Cured meats like ham and bacon are popular.

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Last updated: 2025/01/27 19:51