amassing
|a-mass-ing|
B2
/əˈmæsɪŋ/
(amass)
gather together
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amass' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'amasser,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'masse' meant 'mass or heap.'
Historical Evolution
'amasser' transformed into the Middle English word 'amassen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'amass.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to gather into a mass or heap,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to collect or gather a large amount.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
gathering or collecting a large amount of something over time.
She is amassing a collection of rare stamps.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40