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typing

|typ/ing|

A2

/ˈtaɪ.pɪŋ/

(type)

category or kind

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
typetypestypestypedtypedtyping
Etymology
Etymology Information

'type' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'typos,' where 'typos' meant 'impression' or 'mark.'

Historical Evolution

'typos' transformed into the Latin word 'typus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'type' through Old French 'type.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'impression or mark,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a category or kind.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the action or skill of writing something by means of a typewriter or computer keyboard.

Her typing speed is impressive.

Synonyms

Verb 1

present participle of 'type'.

She is typing a letter.

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45