vamp
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/væmp/
upper part; seduction; improvise
Etymology
'vamp' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'vampe,' where 'vamp' meant 'the upper part of a shoe.'
'vampe' transformed into the modern English word 'vamp' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'the upper part of a shoe,' but over time it evolved to include meanings related to seduction and improvisation.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the upper front part of a shoe or boot.
The vamp of the shoe was made of soft leather.
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Noun 2
a woman who uses her charm to seduce or exploit men.
She played the role of a vamp in the movie.
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Verb 1
to improvise or repeat a musical passage.
The band vamped on the same chord for several minutes.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42