broad
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🇺🇸
/brɔd/
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/brɔːd/
wide
Etymology
Etymology Information
'broad' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'brād', where 'brād' meant 'wide'.
Historical Evolution
'brād' changed from Old English word 'brād' and eventually became the modern English word 'broad'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'wide', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
wide in extent from side to side.
The river is very broad at this point.
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Adjective 2
covering a large number and wide scope of subjects or areas.
The course offers a broad overview of the subject.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39