tongue
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B1
/tʌŋ/
organ of speech
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tongue' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'tunge', where 'tunge' meant 'tongue or language'.
Historical Evolution
'tunge' changed from Old English word 'tunge' and eventually became the modern English word 'tongue'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the organ in the mouth', but over time it evolved to also mean 'language or dialect'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the muscular organ in the mouth used for tasting, licking, swallowing, and articulating speech.
The cat used its tongue to clean its fur.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41