poor's
|poor's|
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/pʊrz/
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/pɔːz/
(poor)
lacking resources
Etymology
Etymology Information
'poor' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'povre', where 'pauper' meant 'poor'.
Historical Evolution
'povre' transformed into the Middle English word 'poure', and eventually became the modern English word 'poor'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'lacking wealth or resources', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
possessive form of 'poor', used to indicate ownership or association with something belonging to a poor person or group.
The poor's plight is often overlooked in policy discussions.
Last updated: 2025/03/09 05:57