screaming
|scream/ing|
B1
/ˈskriː.mɪŋ/
(scream)
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'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to cry out', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of producing a loud, high-pitched sound.
The screaming from the audience was deafening.
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Verb 1
present participle of 'scream'.
She was screaming for help.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41