foes
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/foʊz/
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/fəʊz/
(foe)
enemy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'foe' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'fāh', where 'fāh' meant 'hostile'.
Historical Evolution
'fāh' changed from Old English word 'fāh' and eventually became the modern English word 'foe'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'hostile', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'enemy'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'foe', meaning enemies or adversaries.
The knights prepared to face their foes in battle.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42