stranger's
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/ˈstreɪndʒərz/
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/ˈstreɪndʒəz/
(stranger)
unknown person
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stranger' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'estrangier', where 'estrange' meant 'foreign'.
Historical Evolution
'estrangier' transformed into the Middle English word 'strangere', and eventually became the modern English word 'stranger'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'foreigner or outsider', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'someone unknown'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
possessive form of 'stranger', indicating something belonging to or associated with a stranger.
The stranger's hat was left on the bench.
Last updated: 2025/02/01 18:22