halting
|halt/ing|
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/ˈhɔltɪŋ/
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/ˈhɔːltɪŋ/
(halt)
stop
Etymology
Etymology Information
'halt' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'healtian', where 'healt' meant 'lame'.
Historical Evolution
'healtian' transformed into the Middle English word 'halten', and eventually became the modern English word 'halt'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to limp or be lame', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to stop or pause'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'halt', meaning to stop or pause.
The train is halting at the next station.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35