pool
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B1
/puːl/
collection of water or resources
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pool' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'pōl', where it meant 'a small body of water'.
Historical Evolution
'pōl' changed from Old English to the modern English word 'pool'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a small body of water', but over time it evolved to include meanings like 'swimming pool' and 'a group of resources'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small body of still water, typically one formed naturally.
The children played in the shallow pool.
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Noun 3
a group of people or resources available for a particular purpose.
The company has a large pool of talented engineers.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35