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lunge

|lunge|

B2

/lʌndʒ/

sudden forward movement

Etymology
Etymology Information

'lunge' originates from the French word 'allonger,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'longer' meant 'to lengthen.'

Historical Evolution

'allonger' transformed into the English word 'lunge' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to lengthen or extend,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a sudden forward movement.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a sudden forward thrust, as with a sword or knife; stab.

The fencer made a quick lunge at his opponent.

Synonyms

thruststab

Verb 1

to move forward suddenly and with force, especially to attack someone or something.

The dog lunged at the mailman.

Synonyms

chargedash

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Idioms

lunge for

Last updated: 2025/02/22 01:51