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squinting

|squint-ing|

/ˈskwɪntɪŋ/

(squint)

partly closed eyes

Base Form	Plural	3rd Person Sing.	Past	Past Participle	Present Participle	Adjective
squint	squints	squints	squinted	squinted	squinting	squinting

Etymology

Etymology Information

'squint' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'squinten,' where 'squint' meant 'to look askance.'

Historical Evolution

'squinten' transformed into the modern English word 'squint' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to look askance,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to look with eyes partly closed.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to look with eyes partly closed, often to see more clearly or because of bright light.

She was squinting in the bright sunlight.

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Verb 2

present participle form of 'squint'.

He is squinting at the small print.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42