retouch
|re-touch|
B2
/riˈtʌtʃ/
make small improvements
Etymology
Etymology Information
'retouch' originates from French, specifically the word 'retoucher,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'toucher' meant 'to touch.'
Historical Evolution
'retoucher' transformed into the English word 'retouch' during the 17th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to touch again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to make small changes or improvements.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/06/23 05:21