jungle
|jun/gle|
B1
/ˈdʒʌŋɡəl/
dense forest
Etymology
Etymology Information
'jungle' originates from Hindi, specifically the word 'jangal', where 'jangal' meant 'forest'.
Historical Evolution
'jangal' changed from the Hindi word 'jangal' and eventually became the modern English word 'jungle'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'forest', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'dense tropical forest'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a dense forest in a tropical region, typically with a tangled undergrowth.
The explorers ventured deep into the jungle.
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Noun 2
a situation or place of intense competition or struggle.
The corporate world can be a jungle.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35