hurdle
|hur/dle|
B2
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/ˈhɜːrdl/
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/ˈhɜːdl/
obstacle
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hurdle' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'hyrdel', where 'hyrd' meant 'fence' or 'barrier'.
Historical Evolution
'hyrdel' transformed into the Middle English word 'hurdle', and eventually became the modern English word 'hurdle'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a temporary fence', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an obstacle or barrier'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an obstacle or barrier that must be overcome.
The athlete jumped over the hurdle with ease.
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Verb 1
to jump over a barrier or obstacle.
She hurdled the fence effortlessly.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42