sludge
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B2
/slʌdʒ/
thick wet mixture
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sludge' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'slutch,' where 'slutch' meant 'mud or mire.'
Historical Evolution
'slutch' transformed into the modern English word 'sludge' through gradual phonetic changes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'mud or mire,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a thick, soft, wet mixture.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a thick, soft, wet mixture of liquid and solid components, often found at the bottom of a liquid.
The river was polluted with industrial sludge.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45