refusers
|re-fus-ers|
B2
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/rɪˈfjuzərz/
🇬🇧
/rɪˈfjuːzəz/
(refuser)
those who reject
Etymology
Etymology Information
'refuser' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'refuser,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'fuser' meant 'to pour or melt.'
Historical Evolution
'refuser' changed from the Old French word 'refuser' and eventually became the modern English word 'refuse.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to pour back or reject,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to decline or reject something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
individuals who refuse or decline something.
The refusers of the new policy were vocal in their opposition.
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Last updated: 2025/03/11 13:30