pre-rewarming
|pre-re-warm-ing|
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/priː-rɪˈwɔːrmɪŋ/
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/priː-rɪˈwɔːmɪŋ/
(rewarm)
after rewarming
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-rewarming' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the verb 'rewarm', which comes from 're-' meaning 'again' and 'warm' meaning 'to make warm'.
Historical Evolution
'Rewarm' changed from the Old English word 'wearmian' meaning 'to warm', and eventually became the modern English word 'rewarm'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to warm again', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of warming something again, especially before a main warming event.
The pre-rewarming of the engine ensures it starts smoothly in cold weather.
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Last updated: 2025/06/17 19:18