cold
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/koʊld/
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/kəʊld/
absence of warmth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cold' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'cald,' where 'cald' meant 'cold.'
Historical Evolution
'cald' changed from the Old English word 'ceald' and eventually became the modern English word 'cold'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a low temperature,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a common viral infection characterized by a runny nose, sneezing, and sore throat.
She caught a cold after being out in the rain.
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Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35