freshen
|fresh/en|
B2
/ˈfrɛʃən/
making fresh
Etymology
Etymology Information
'freshen' originates from the word 'fresh,' which comes from Old English 'fersc,' meaning 'not salty, pure, sweet.'
Historical Evolution
'freshen' evolved from the Middle English word 'freschen,' which was derived from 'fresh.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make fresh,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to make something fresh or fresher.
She used mint to freshen her breath.
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Verb 2
to become fresh or fresher.
The breeze freshened as the sun set.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42