logs
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/lɔɡz/
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/lɒɡz/
(log)
record or cut down
Etymology
'log' originates from Old Norse, specifically the word 'lǫg,' where 'lǫg' meant 'a felled tree.'
'lǫg' changed from the Old Norse word 'lǫg' and eventually became the modern English word 'log'.
Initially, it meant 'a felled tree,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a piece of a tree trunk or branch.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a large, thick piece of tree trunk or branch, especially one cut for burning on a fire.
The fireplace was filled with burning logs.
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Verb 1
to make an official record of events, facts, etc.
The captain logged the ship's journey.
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Verb 2
to travel a particular distance or for a particular length of time.
The pilot logged over 1,000 hours of flight time.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45