stops
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/stɑps/
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/stɒps/
(stop)
cease movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stop' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'stoppian', where 'stoppa' meant 'plug'.
Historical Evolution
'stoppian' transformed into the Middle English word 'stoppen', and eventually became the modern English word 'stop'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to plug or block', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to cease movement or action'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'stop', referring to places where vehicles halt to pick up or drop off passengers.
The bus makes several stops along the route.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45