'wide' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'wīd,' where 'wīd' meant 'broad or extensive.' 'Range' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'renc,' where 'renc' meant 'row or line.'

'wide' changed from Old English word 'wīd' and eventually became the modern English word 'wide.' 'Range' transformed from Old French word 'renc' and eventually became the modern English word 'range.'

Initially, 'wide' meant 'broad or extensive,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage. 'Range' initially meant 'row or line,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'scope or extent.'