peaked
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/piːkt/
(peak)
highest point
Etymology
Etymology Information
'peaked' originates from the word 'peak', which comes from Middle English 'pike', meaning 'pointed top'.
Historical Evolution
'pike' transformed into the modern English word 'peak', and 'peaked' is derived from 'peak'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a pointed top', but it also evolved to mean 'looking pale and ill'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'peak'.
The athlete peaked during the final race.
Adjective 1
having a pointed or sharp end or top.
The mountain has a peaked summit.
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Last updated: 2025/01/21 21:02