nack
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B2
/næk/
skill or knack
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nack' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'knak,' where 'knak' meant 'a sharp blow or stroke.'
Historical Evolution
'knak' changed from Middle English word 'knak' and eventually became the modern English word 'nack'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a sharp blow or stroke,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a knack or skill for doing something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a knack or skill for doing something, often used in a colloquial sense.
He has a nack for fixing things.
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Last updated: 2025/04/29 12:18