rumor-mongering
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/ˈruːmər ˌmʌŋɡərɪŋ/
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/ˈruːmə ˌmʌŋɡərɪŋ/
(rumor-monger)
spreading rumors
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rumor-monger' originates from the combination of 'rumor,' which comes from Latin 'rumor' meaning 'noise, gossip,' and 'monger,' from Old English 'mangere' meaning 'merchant, trader.'
Historical Evolution
'rumor-monger' changed from the Old English word 'mangere' and eventually became the modern English word 'rumor-monger.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a trader of rumors,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'one who spreads rumors.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of spreading rumors or gossip.
The tabloid was accused of rumor-mongering about the celebrity.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45