withdrawn
|with/drawn|
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/wɪðˈdrɔn/
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/wɪðˈdrɔːn/
(withdraw)
remove or retreat
Etymology
Etymology Information
'withdraw' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'withdrauen', where 'with-' meant 'against' and 'drawen' meant 'to draw'.
Historical Evolution
'withdrauen' transformed into the modern English word 'withdraw'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to draw back or away', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past participle form of 'withdraw'.
The troops have been withdrawn from the area.
Adjective 1
reserved or shy; not wanting to communicate with others.
She became withdrawn after the incident.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41