haze
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B2
/heɪz/
obscured atmosphere
Etymology
Etymology Information
'haze' originates from Middle Dutch, specifically the word 'hase,' where it meant 'dryness' or 'dust.'
Historical Evolution
'hase' transformed into the English word 'haze' and eventually became the modern English word 'haze'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'dryness or dust,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a slight obscuration of the atmosphere.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a slight obscuration of the lower atmosphere, typically caused by fine suspended particles.
The city was covered in a thick haze.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39