buoy
|buoy|
B2
/bɔɪ/
support or float
Etymology
Etymology Information
'buoy' originates from Middle Dutch, specifically the word 'boeye,' where 'boeye' meant 'a floating marker.'
Historical Evolution
'boeye' transformed into the Old French word 'boie,' and eventually became the modern English word 'buoy' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a floating marker,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a floating object anchored in a body of water to mark a location, warn of danger, or indicate a navigational channel.
The boat navigated carefully around the buoy.
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Last updated: 2025/01/28 18:07