denier
|de-ni-er|
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/dɪˈnaɪər/
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/dɪˈnaɪə/
denial or measurement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'denier' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'denier', where 'denier' meant 'a small coin'.
Historical Evolution
'denier' changed from the Old French word 'denier' and eventually became the modern English word 'denier'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a small coin', but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'a person who denies' and 'a unit of weight for yarns'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who denies something, especially someone who refuses to admit the truth of a concept or proposition that is supported by the majority of scientific or historical evidence.
He is a climate change denier.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45