needles
|nee/dles|
B1
/ˈniː.dəlz/
(needle)
sharp tool
Etymology
Etymology Information
'needle' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'nædl', where 'nædl' meant 'needle'.
Historical Evolution
'nædl' transformed into the Middle English word 'nedle', and eventually became the modern English word 'needle'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a tool for sewing', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small, slender, pointed implement used for sewing or piercing.
She threaded the needle to start sewing.
Synonyms
Noun 2
a thin, pointed leaf of a pine tree or other conifer.
The forest floor was covered in pine needles.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41