limpness
|limp/ness|
B2
/ˈlɪmpnəs/
lack of firmness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'limpness' originates from the English word 'limp', which is derived from the Middle English word 'limpen', meaning 'to walk lamely'.
Historical Evolution
'limpen' transformed into the modern English word 'limp', and eventually 'limpness' was formed to describe the state of being limp.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'limp' referred to a way of walking, but 'limpness' evolved to describe a lack of firmness or stiffness.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of lacking firmness or stiffness.
The limpness of the fabric made it unsuitable for upholstery.
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Last updated: 2025/01/23 05:23