up-and-coming
|up-and-com-ing|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˌʌp ən ˈkʌmɪŋ/
🇬🇧
/ˌʌp ənd ˈkʌmɪŋ/
rising potential
Etymology
Etymology Information
'up-and-coming' originates from the English phrase 'up and coming,' where 'up' suggests advancement and 'coming' implies arrival or emergence.
Historical Evolution
'up-and-coming' evolved from the phrase 'up and coming' used in the 19th century to describe someone or something on the rise.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'advancing and arriving,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'likely to achieve success soon.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42