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web-savvy

|web-sav-vy|

B2

/wɛb ˈsævi/

internet knowledgeable

Etymology
Etymology Information

'web-savvy' originates from the combination of 'web,' referring to the World Wide Web, and 'savvy,' which comes from the French word 'savoir,' meaning 'to know.'

Historical Evolution

'savvy' changed from the French word 'savoir' and eventually became the modern English word 'savvy.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'savvy' meant 'to know,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having practical understanding or knowledge.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having a good understanding of the internet and how it works.

She is very web-savvy and can find information quickly.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42