words
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/wɜrdz/
🇬🇧
/wɜːdz/
(word)
speech element
Etymology
'word' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'word', where it meant 'speech, talk, utterance'.
'word' changed from the Old English word 'word' and eventually became the modern English word 'word'.
Initially, it meant 'speech or talk', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a single distinct meaningful element of speech or writing'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a single distinct meaningful element of speech or writing, used with others (or sometimes alone) to form a sentence and typically shown with a space on either side when written or printed.
She wrote down every word he said.
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Noun 2
a command, password, or signal.
The word was given to start the operation.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39