lout
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/laʊt/
clumsy person
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lout' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'louten,' where 'louten' meant 'to bow or stoop.'
Historical Evolution
'louten' transformed into the modern English word 'lout' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bow or stoop,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a clumsy or aggressive person.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a clumsy, ill-mannered, or aggressive person.
The lout pushed his way through the crowd without apologizing.
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Last updated: 2025/02/05 23:01