maze
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B2
/meɪz/
complex paths
Etymology
Etymology Information
'maze' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'masen,' where 'masen' meant 'to confuse or bewilder.'
Historical Evolution
'masen' transformed into the modern English word 'maze' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to confuse or bewilder,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a complex network of paths or passages.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a complex network of paths or passages, often designed as a puzzle.
The children enjoyed getting lost in the corn maze.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40