mustering
|mus-ter-ing|
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/ˈmʌstərɪŋ/
(muster)
gathering
Etymology
Etymology Information
'muster' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'moustrer', where 'monstrare' meant 'to show'.
Historical Evolution
'moustrer' transformed into the Middle English word 'muster', and eventually became the modern English word 'muster'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to show or display', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'gathering or assembling'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
gathering or assembling, especially for inspection or in preparation for battle.
The troops were mustering at dawn.
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Verb 2
present participle form of 'muster'.
She was mustering all her courage to speak.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45