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dubbed

|dubbed|

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/dʌbd/

(dub)

name or title

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNoun
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'dub' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'dubban,' where 'dubban' meant 'to strike or hit.'

Historical Evolution

'dubban' changed from Old English word 'dubban' and eventually became the modern English word 'dub.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to strike or hit,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to name or title.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to give a name or title to someone or something.

The knight was dubbed 'Sir Lancelot' by the king.

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Verb 2

to provide a film or soundtrack with a new sound, especially in a different language.

The movie was dubbed into Japanese for the local audience.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40