falling
|fall-ing|
B1
/ˈfɔːlɪŋ/
(fall)
downward movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fall' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'feallan,' where 'feallan' meant 'to fall or to fail.'
Historical Evolution
'feallan' transformed into the Middle English word 'fallen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'fall.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to fall or fail,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to move downward.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of moving downward, typically rapidly and freely without control.
The falling of the leaves marks the beginning of autumn.
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Adjective 1
dropping or descending from a higher place.
The falling snow created a beautiful winter scene.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35