freed
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/friːd/
(free)
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Etymology
Etymology Information
'free' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'frēo', where 'frēo' meant 'not in bondage'.
Historical Evolution
'frēo' changed from Old English word 'frēo' and eventually became the modern English word 'free'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not in bondage', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'not under the control or in the power of another'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'free'.
The prisoners were freed after the war ended.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45