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/swɑːmpt/
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/swɒmpt/
(swamp)
overwhelmed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'swamp' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'swam,' where 'swam' meant 'a low-lying area of land that is saturated with water.'
Historical Evolution
'swam' changed from the Old English word 'swamm' and eventually became the modern English word 'swamp.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a wetland area,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'overwhelmed or flooded with tasks.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'swamp'.
The boat was swamped by the waves.
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Adjective 1
overwhelmed with an excessive amount of work or tasks.
I'm swamped with paperwork today.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39