thinning
|thin/ning|
B2
/ˈθɪnɪŋ/
(thin)
less dense
Etymology
Etymology Information
'thin' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'þynne', where 'þynne' meant 'thin or slender'.
Historical Evolution
'þynne' transformed into the Middle English word 'thin', and eventually became the modern English word 'thin'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'thin or slender', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of making something less dense or crowded.
The thinning of the forest was necessary for its health.
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Verb 1
to make or become less dense or crowded.
The barber is thinning my hair to reduce its volume.
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