fainting
|faint/ing|
B2
/ˈfeɪntɪŋ/
(faint)
weak or lacking strength
Etymology
Etymology Information
'faint' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'feint,' where 'feindre' meant 'to feign or pretend.'
Historical Evolution
'feint' changed from Old French word 'feint' and eventually became the modern English word 'faint.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to pretend or feign,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'losing consciousness.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of losing consciousness temporarily.
She experienced fainting after standing up too quickly.
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Verb 1
present participle of 'faint'.
He was fainting from the heat.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45