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wrinkled

|wrin/kled|

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/ˈrɪŋkəld/

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/ˈrɪŋkld/

(wrinkle)

small fold or crease

Base Form	Plural	3rd Person Sing.	Past	Past Participle	Present Participle
wrinkle	wrinkles	wrinkles	wrinkled	wrinkled	wrinkling

Etymology

Etymology Information

'wrinkle' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'wrinklen,' where 'wrink-' meant 'to twist or bend.'

Historical Evolution

'wrinklen' transformed into the modern English word 'wrinkle' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to twist or bend,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a small line or fold.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having small lines or folds on the surface, often due to age or use.

The old shirt was wrinkled after being left in the dryer.

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Last updated: 2025/01/25 17:10