reviews
|re/views|
B2
/rɪˈvjuːz/
(review)
examine again
Etymology
Etymology Information
'review' originates from Middle French, specifically the word 'revoir,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'voir' meant 'to see.'
Historical Evolution
'revoir' transformed into the English word 'review' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to see again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to assess or evaluate.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a critical assessment of a book, movie, play, or other work.
The movie received excellent reviews.
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Last updated: 2025/02/03 01:21
