scream
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/skriːm/
loud cry
Etymology
Etymology Information
'scream' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'scremen,' where 'scremen' meant 'to cry out.'
Historical Evolution
'scremen' transformed into the modern English word 'scream' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to cry out loudly,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a loud, high-pitched sound made by a person or animal, often as an expression of fear, pain, or excitement.
The scream echoed through the empty halls.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39