threateners
|threat/en/ers|
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/ˈθrɛtənərz/
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/ˈθrɛtənəz/
(threatener)
one who poses a threat
Etymology
Etymology Information
'threatener' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'threten,' where 'threat' meant 'to menace or intimidate.'
Historical Evolution
'threten' transformed into the modern English word 'threaten,' and eventually became 'threatener' to denote someone who threatens.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to menace or intimidate,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'someone who poses a threat.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
individuals or entities that pose a threat or express an intention to inflict harm or damage.
The threateners were apprehended before they could carry out their plan.
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Last updated: 2025/02/15 02:50