fatale
|fa/tale|
C1
/fəˈtɑːl/
(fatal)
causing death or disaster
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fatale' originates from French, specifically the word 'fatal,' where 'fatal' meant 'destined to cause death or disaster.'
Historical Evolution
'fatal' changed from the Old French word 'fatal' and eventually became the modern English word 'fatal.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'destined to cause death or disaster,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to a femme fatale.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/13 07:42