runt
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/rʌnt/
smallest or weakest
Etymology
Etymology Information
'runt' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'runt,' where it referred to a small ox or cow.
Historical Evolution
'runt' changed from the Middle English word 'runt' and eventually became the modern English word 'runt'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a small ox or cow,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the smallest or weakest animal of a litter.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the smallest or weakest animal of a litter, especially in pigs.
The runt of the litter struggled to compete for food.
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Last updated: 2025/03/04 00:36