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stomp

|stomp|

B2

🇺🇸

/stɑmp/

🇬🇧

/stɒmp/

heavy steps

Etymology
Etymology Information

'stomp' originates from the Dutch word 'stompen,' where 'stomp' meant 'to strike or hit.'

Historical Evolution

'stompen' transformed into the English word 'stomp' through Middle Dutch influence.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to strike or hit,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to tread heavily.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to tread heavily and noisily, typically to show anger.

He stomped out of the room in frustration.

Synonyms

tramplestamp

Antonyms

tiptoe

Verb 2

to dance with heavy steps.

The band played a lively tune, and everyone started to stomp.

Synonyms

dancejig

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Idioms

stomp on

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45