wart
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/wɔrt/
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/wɔːt/
small skin growth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'wart' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'wearte', where 'wearte' meant 'wart'.
Historical Evolution
'wearte' transformed into the Middle English word 'wart', and eventually became the modern English word 'wart'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a small growth on the skin', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small, hard, benign growth on the skin, caused by a virus.
She had a wart removed from her finger.
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Noun 2
an undesirable or unpleasant feature.
The report showed the project, warts and all.
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Last updated: 2025/05/03 11:50