trampling
|tram/pling|
B2
/ˈtræmplɪŋ/
(trample)
crush underfoot
Etymology
Etymology Information
'trample' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'trampelen,' where 'tramp' meant 'to tread heavily.'
Historical Evolution
'trampelen' transformed into the modern English word 'trample.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to tread heavily,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
the act of stepping heavily on something, often causing damage or injury.
The herd of elephants was trampling through the forest.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41