vu
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/vuː/
seen
Etymology
Etymology Information
'vu' originates from French, specifically the word 'voir', where 'voir' meant 'to see'.
Historical Evolution
'voir' transformed into the past participle 'vu', and eventually became part of expressions like 'déjà vu' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'seen', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a French term meaning 'seen'. Often used in expressions like 'déjà vu'.
The feeling of déjà vu is quite common.
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