portrayer
|por-tray-er|
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/pɔrˈtreɪər/
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/pɔːˈtreɪə/
(portray)
depict or represent
Etymology
Etymology Information
'portrayer' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'portraien,' where 'por-' meant 'forth' and 'traire' meant 'to draw.'
Historical Evolution
'portraien' transformed into the modern English word 'portray,' and eventually became 'portrayer' as a noun form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to draw forth,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'depicting or representing someone or something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who depicts or represents someone or something, especially in a work of art or literature.
The portrayer captured the essence of the character perfectly.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/10 01:10