severing
|sev-er-ing|
B2
/ˈsɛvərɪŋ/
(sever)
cut or separate
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sever' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'sevrer,' where 'sevrer' meant 'to separate.'
Historical Evolution
'sevrer' transformed into the Middle English word 'severen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'sever.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to separate or divide,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
the act of cutting or slicing something, especially to separate it from something else.
The gardener is severing the branches from the tree.
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Verb 2
present participle form of 'sever'.
Severing ties with the old company was a difficult decision.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45