youths'
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/juːðz/
(youth)
young age
Etymology
Etymology Information
'youth' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'geoguð', where 'geoguð' meant 'young people'.
Historical Evolution
'geoguð' transformed into the Middle English word 'youthe', and eventually became the modern English word 'youth'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'young people', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the possessive form of 'youths', indicating something belonging to or associated with young people.
The youths' enthusiasm was contagious.
Synonyms
youngsters'teenagers'
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45