tame
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/teɪm/
domesticated
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tame' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'tam,' where 'tam' meant 'domesticated or gentle.'
Historical Evolution
'tam' changed from Old English word 'tam' and eventually became the modern English word 'tame'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'domesticated or gentle,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to make an animal not wild; to domesticate.
They managed to tame the wild horse.
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Adjective 1
not wild or dangerous; domesticated.
The lion was surprisingly tame.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35