sponging
|spon/ging|
B2
/ˈspʌndʒɪŋ/
(sponge)
absorbent material
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sponge' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'spongia', where 'spongia' meant 'sponge'.
Historical Evolution
'spongia' transformed into the Old English word 'spunge', and eventually became the modern English word 'sponge'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a porous material used for cleaning', but over time it evolved to include the meaning of 'living at the expense of others'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'sponge'.
He is sponging the car to remove the dirt.
Synonyms
Verb 2
to live at the expense of others.
He has been sponging off his friends for years.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42