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crowdedness

|crowd-ed-ness|

B2

/ˈkraʊdɪdnəs/

(crowded)

state of being full

Base Form
crowded
Etymology
Etymology Information

'crowded' originates from the Old English word 'crūdan,' meaning 'to press or push.'

Historical Evolution

'crūdan' evolved into the Middle English word 'crowden,' eventually becoming the modern English word 'crowded.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to press or push,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'filled with people or things.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the state or condition of being crowded.

The crowdedness of the subway during rush hour is overwhelming.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39