spurns
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/spɝn/
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/spɜːn/
(spurn)
reject with disdain
Etymology
Etymology Information
'spurn' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'spurnan', where the root meant 'to kick'.
Historical Evolution
'spurn' changed from the Old English word 'spurnan' (with related Middle English forms such as 'spernen') and was influenced by Old Norse 'spyrna', eventually becoming the modern English word 'spurn'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to kick', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to reject with disdain'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural of 'spurn' (noun): acts of rejection or rebuffs (used to refer to instances of being spurned).
He suffered many spurns early in his career but kept trying.
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Last updated: 2025/09/02 09:49