tearing
|tear-ing|
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/ˈtɛrɪŋ/
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/ˈtɛərɪŋ/
(tear)
liquid drop
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tear' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'teran', where 'teran' meant 'to tear or rip'.
Historical Evolution
'teran' transformed into the Middle English word 'teren', and eventually became the modern English word 'tear'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to rip or pull apart', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'tear', meaning to pull or rip something apart or to pieces with force.
She was tearing the paper into small pieces.
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Adjective 1
characterized by or involving tearing; causing tears or distress.
It was a tearing experience to watch the sad movie.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45