present-day
|pres/ent-day|
B1
/ˈprɛzənt deɪ/
modern era
Etymology
Etymology Information
'present-day' originates from the combination of 'present,' meaning 'current,' and 'day,' referring to the current time period.
Historical Evolution
The term 'present-day' evolved from the Middle English word 'present' and the Old English word 'dæg,' meaning 'day.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the current day,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to the current period of time.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the current period of time; modern.
The present-day technology is far more advanced than it was a decade ago.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45