disturber
|dis-turb-er|
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/dɪˈstɜːrbər/
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/dɪˈstɜːbə/
(disturb)
interruption or disorder
Etymology
Etymology Information
'disturber' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'disturbare,' where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'turbare' meant 'to throw into disorder.'
Historical Evolution
'disturbare' transformed into the Old French word 'destorber,' and eventually became the modern English word 'disturb' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to throw into disorder,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to cause disruption or annoyance.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or thing that causes disruption or annoyance.
The disturber of the peace was quickly escorted out of the meeting.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35
