long-known
|long/known|
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/lɔːŋ noʊn/
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/lɒŋ nəʊn/
(known)
familiar over time
Etymology
Etymology Information
'known' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'cnāwan,' where 'cnāwan' meant 'to know.'
Historical Evolution
'cnāwan' transformed into the Middle English word 'knouen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'known.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to perceive or understand,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having been known.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having been known for a long time.
The long-known fact was finally acknowledged by the committee.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35