miser
|mi-ser|
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/ˈmaɪzər/
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/ˈmaɪzə/
hoarding wealth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'miser' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'miser,' where 'miser' meant 'wretched' or 'unhappy.'
Historical Evolution
'miser' changed from the Latin word 'miser' and eventually became the modern English word 'miser.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'wretched' or 'unhappy,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who hoards wealth.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who hoards wealth and spends as little money as possible.
The old miser refused to spend a single penny on anything unnecessary.
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Last updated: 2025/07/20 11:51