mourning
|mourn/ing|
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/ˈmɔrnɪŋ/
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/ˈmɔːnɪŋ/
(mourn)
grief expression
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mourning' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'murnung,' where 'murnan' meant 'to grieve.'
Historical Evolution
'murnung' transformed into the Middle English word 'mourning,' and eventually became the modern English word 'mourning.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to grieve or lament,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the expression of deep sorrow for someone who has died, typically involving following certain conventions such as wearing black clothes.
The family was in mourning for a month after the funeral.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35