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footprint

|foot/print|

/ˈfʊtˌprɪnt/

impression or impact

Etymology

Etymology Information

'footprint' originates from Old English, specifically the words 'fōt' meaning 'foot' and 'print' meaning 'impression'.

Historical Evolution

'fōt' and 'print' combined in Middle English to form 'footprint', eventually becoming the modern English word 'footprint'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'the mark left by a foot', but over time it evolved to include the broader meaning of 'impact or effect'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the impression left by a foot on a surface.

The detective examined the footprint in the mud.

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Noun 2

the impact or effect of something, especially in terms of environmental or ecological impact.

The company's carbon footprint is a major concern.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40