entangling
|en-tan-gling|
B2
/ɪnˈtæŋɡlɪŋ/
(entangle)
to twist or involve
Etymology
Etymology Information
'entangle' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'entanglen,' where 'en-' meant 'in' and 'tangle' meant 'to twist together.'
Historical Evolution
'entanglen' transformed into the modern English word 'entangle.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to twist together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to involve in difficulties or complications.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'entangle'.
The vines were entangling the fence.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45