wrinkling
|wrin/kl/ing|
B2
/ˈrɪŋklɪŋ/
(wrinkle)
small fold or crease
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'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to twist or bend', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to form small folds or creases'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42