tamed
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B2
/teɪmd/
(tame)
domesticated
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tame' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'tam,' where it meant 'domesticated or gentle.'
Historical Evolution
'tam' transformed into the Middle English word 'tamen,' 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
past tense or past participle form of 'tame'.
The lion was tamed by the skilled trainer.
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Adjective 1
domesticated or trained to be obedient and gentle.
The once wild horse is now tamed and gentle.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45