deflatable
|de-flat-a-ble|
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/dɪˈfleɪtəbl/
(deflate)
reduce air or importance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'deflate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'deflare,' where 'de-' meant 'down' and 'flare' meant 'to blow.'
Historical Evolution
'deflare' transformed into the French word 'déflater,' and eventually became the modern English word 'deflate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to blow air out of something,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to reduce in size or importance.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being deflated or reduced in size or volume.
The inflatable mattress is deflatable for easy storage.
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Last updated: 2025/01/31 16:10