logging
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/ˈlɔːɡɪŋ/
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/ˈlɒɡɪŋ/
(log)
record or cut down
Etymology
Etymology Information
'logging' originates from the word 'log', which comes from Middle English 'logge', meaning 'large piece of wood'.
Historical Evolution
'logge' transformed into the modern English word 'log', and 'logging' was derived as a noun and verb form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'log' referred to a large piece of wood, but 'logging' evolved to mean the activity of cutting down trees.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the activity or business of felling trees and cutting and preparing the timber.
Logging is a major industry in this region.
Synonyms
Verb 1
present participle of 'log'.
He is logging the data into the system.
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45