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everyman

|ev/ery/man|

B2

/ˈɛvriˌmæn/

ordinary person

Etymology
Etymology Information

'everyman' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'euerich man', where 'euerich' meant 'every' and 'man' meant 'man'.

Historical Evolution

'euerich man' transformed into the modern English word 'everyman'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'every single man', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an ordinary or typical human being'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

an ordinary or typical human being; a person who represents the common man.

In the play, the protagonist is an everyman who faces universal challenges.

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Last updated: 2025/01/14 03:03