sharing
|shar/ing|
B1
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/ˈʃɛrɪŋ/
🇬🇧
/ˈʃɛərɪŋ/
(share)
division or portion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'share' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'scearu,' where 'scearu' meant 'a division or portion.'
Historical Evolution
'scearu' transformed into the Middle English word 'schare,' and eventually became the modern English word 'share.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a division or portion,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to divide or distribute something among others.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'share'.
They are sharing their toys with each other.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40