shying
|shy-ing|
B2
/ˈʃaɪɪŋ/
(shy)
timid or easily frightened
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shy' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'schy', where 'schy' meant 'easily frightened'.
Historical Evolution
'schy' transformed into the modern English word 'shy'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'easily frightened', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'timid or bashful'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'shy', meaning to start suddenly aside in fright at an object, noise, or movement.
The horse was shying away from the loud noise.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45