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meddled

|med-dled|

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/ˈmɛdld/

(meddle)

interfere

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNoun
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'meddle' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'medler,' where 'mesler' meant 'to mix or mingle.'

Historical Evolution

'medler' transformed into the Middle English word 'medlen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'meddle'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to mix or mingle,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to interfere.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

past tense or past participle form of 'meddle'.

She meddled in their affairs without permission.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45