table
|ta/ble|
A1
/ˈteɪbəl/
flat surface
Etymology
Etymology Information
'table' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'table,' where 'table' meant 'board, plank, or flat piece.'
Historical Evolution
'table' changed from the Old French word 'table' and eventually became the modern English word 'table'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a flat piece or board,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a piece of furniture with a flat top.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a piece of furniture with a flat top and one or more legs, providing a level surface for eating, writing, or working.
She set the dishes on the dining table.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35