dawn
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/dɔn/
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/dɔːn/
beginning of light
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dawn' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'dagian,' where 'dag' meant 'day.'
Historical Evolution
'dagian' transformed into the Middle English word 'daunen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'dawn.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to become day,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the first light of day.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the first appearance of light in the sky before sunrise.
The dawn broke over the mountains, painting the sky in hues of pink and orange.
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Verb 1
to begin to be perceived or understood.
It finally dawned on me that I had been wrong all along.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39