doesn't
|does-n't|
A2
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/ˈdʌzənt/
🇬🇧
/ˈdʌz(ə)nt/
(do)
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Etymology
Etymology Information
'doesn't' originates from English, specifically the contraction of 'does not', where 'does' is the third person singular form of 'do' and 'not' is a negation.
Historical Evolution
'does not' contracted into 'doesn't' in modern English to simplify speech and writing.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was used as 'does not', and this meaning has remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35
