waters
|wa/ters|
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/ˈwɔːtərz/
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/ˈwɔːtəz/
(water)
essential liquid
Etymology
Etymology Information
'water' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'wæter', where 'wæter' meant 'water'.
Historical Evolution
'wæter' changed from Old English word 'wæter' and eventually became the modern English word 'water'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'water', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'water', often used to refer to a body of water or a specific area of water.
The ship sailed through international waters.
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Noun 2
a specific type of mineral water or spa water.
The spa is famous for its healing waters.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41