guess
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A2
/ɡɛs/
estimate without certainty
Etymology
Etymology Information
'guess' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'gessen,' which meant 'to estimate or suppose.'
Historical Evolution
'gessen' transformed into the modern English word 'guess' through gradual phonetic changes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to estimate or suppose,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an attempt to give the right answer when you are not certain of it.
That was just a lucky guess.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35