stretching
|stretch/ing|
B1
/ˈstrɛtʃɪŋ/
(stretch)
extend or draw out
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stretch' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'streccan', where 'streccan' meant 'to extend or draw out'.
Historical Evolution
'streccan' transformed into the Middle English word 'strecchen', and eventually became the modern English word 'stretch'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to extend or draw out', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
the act of extending or lengthening something.
She is stretching her arms before the workout.
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Verb 2
present participle form of 'stretch'.
Stretching helps improve flexibility.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41