dent
|dent|
B2
/dɛnt/
small hollow mark
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dent' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'dente,' where 'dent' meant 'tooth' or 'notch.'
Historical Evolution
'dente' transformed into the modern English word 'dent' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'tooth' or 'notch,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a small hollow mark.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small hollow mark in the surface of something, caused by pressure or a blow.
The car had a dent in the door after the accident.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45