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raspier

|ras-pi-er|

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/ˈræspiər/

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/ˈrɑːspiə/

(raspy)

rough sound

Base Form	Comparative	Superlative
raspy	raspier	raspiest

Etymology

Etymology Information

'raspy' originates from the word 'rasp,' which comes from Middle English 'raspen,' meaning 'to scrape or rub.'

Historical Evolution

'raspen' transformed into the modern English word 'rasp,' and eventually became 'raspy' to describe a rough sound.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to scrape or rub,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having a rough, harsh sound.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having a rough, harsh sound, often used to describe a voice or noise.

His voice became raspier after the long speech.

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Last updated: 2025/02/21 06:47