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lull

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/lʌl/

temporary calm

Etymology
Etymology Information

'lull' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'lullen,' which meant 'to quiet or soothe.'

Historical Evolution

'lullen' transformed into the modern English word 'lull.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to quiet or soothe,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a temporary interval of quiet or lack of activity.

There was a lull in the conversation.

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Verb 1

to cause someone to feel calm or to fall asleep.

The sound of the waves lulled him to sleep.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35