slowing
|slow/ing|
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/ˈsloʊɪŋ/
🇬🇧
/ˈsləʊɪŋ/
(slow)
low speed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'slow' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'slāw', where 'slāw' meant 'inactive or sluggish'.
Historical Evolution
'slāw' changed from Old English word 'slāw' and eventually became the modern English word 'slow'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'inactive or sluggish', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'reduce speed'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'slow'.
The car is slowing down as it approaches the traffic light.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40