sapping
|sap-ping|
B2
/ˈsæpɪŋ/
(sap)
fluid of a plant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sap' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'sæp', where 'sæp' meant 'juice or fluid'.
Historical Evolution
'sæp' changed from Old English word 'sæp' and eventually became the modern English word 'sap'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'juice or fluid', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to weaken or drain'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'sap', meaning to gradually weaken or destroy.
The long hours of work were sapping his energy.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41