craze
|craze|
B2
/kreɪz/
short-lived trend
Etymology
Etymology Information
'craze' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'crasen,' where 'crasen' meant 'to shatter or break.'
Historical Evolution
'crasen' transformed into the modern English word 'craze' through gradual phonetic changes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to shatter or break,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a fad or trend.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45