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energizers

|en-er-giz-ers|

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/ˈɛnərˌdʒaɪzərz/

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/ˈɛnəˌdʒaɪzəz/

(energizer)

source of energy

Base FormPlural
energizerenergizers
Etymology
Etymology Information

'energizer' originates from the English word 'energy,' which comes from the Greek word 'energeia,' where 'en-' meant 'in' and 'ergon' meant 'work.'

Historical Evolution

'energeia' transformed into the Latin word 'energia,' and eventually became the modern English word 'energy,' from which 'energizer' is derived.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'activity or operation,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a source of energy or stimulation.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

devices or substances that provide energy or stimulate activity.

Caffeine and sugar are common energizers.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45