dawn's
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/dɔnz/
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/dɔːnz/
(dawn)
beginning of light
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dawn' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'dagian', where 'dag' meant 'day'.
Historical Evolution
'dagian' transformed into the Middle English word 'daunen', and eventually became the modern English word 'dawn'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to become day', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the first appearance of light in the sky before sunrise'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
possessive form of 'dawn', indicating something belonging to or associated with dawn.
The dawn's light was breathtaking.
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Last updated: 2025/02/12 00:58