eke
|eke|
B2
/iːk/
supplement with difficulty
Etymology
Etymology Information
'eke' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'ēacian,' where 'ēac' meant 'to increase.'
Historical Evolution
'ēacian' changed from Old English to the modern English word 'eke.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to increase or add to,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to make a living with difficulty.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/31 11:22