deluge
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B2
/ˈdɛljuːdʒ/
overwhelming flood
Etymology
Etymology Information
'deluge' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'diluvium,' where 'di-' meant 'away' and 'luere' meant 'to wash.'
Historical Evolution
'diluvium' transformed into the Old French word 'deluge,' and eventually became the modern English word 'deluge' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a washing away,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a great flood or overwhelming quantity.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a severe flood or a great quantity of something arriving at the same time.
The city was hit by a deluge of rain.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35