zeitgeist
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/ˈzaɪtˌɡaɪst/
spirit of the time
Etymology
Etymology Information
'zeitgeist' originates from German, specifically the word 'Zeitgeist', where 'Zeit' meant 'time' and 'Geist' meant 'spirit'.
Historical Evolution
'Zeitgeist' was borrowed directly from German into English in the 19th century and has retained its original form and meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'spirit of the time', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
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