heron's
|her-on-'s|
B2
/ˈhɛrənz/
(heron)
wading bird
Etymology
Etymology Information
'heron' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'hairon', where 'hairon' meant 'heron'.
Historical Evolution
'hairon' transformed into the Middle English word 'heroun', and eventually became the modern English word 'heron'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a type of bird', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
possessive form of 'heron', referring to something belonging to or associated with a heron.
The heron's nest was perched high in the tree.
Last updated: 2025/07/07 06:48