crushing
|crush-ing|
B2
/ˈkrʌʃɪŋ/
(crush)
press with force
Etymology
Etymology Information
'crush' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'croissir,' where 'croissir' meant 'to break or smash.'
Historical Evolution
'croissir' transformed into the Middle English word 'crushen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'crush'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to break or smash,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to press or squeeze with force.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'crush'.
The machine is crushing the rocks into smaller pieces.
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Adjective 1
overwhelmingly powerful or intense.
The team suffered a crushing defeat.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41