hew
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B2
/hjuː/
cut or chop
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hew' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'hēawan,' where 'hēawan' meant 'to chop or cut.'
Historical Evolution
'hēawan' transformed into the Middle English word 'hewen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'hew'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to chop or cut,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to chop or cut something, especially wood, with an axe, pick, or other tool.
The lumberjack hewed the tree into logs.
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Last updated: 2025/01/15 14:36