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feel

|feel|

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/fiːl/

emotional state

Etymology
Etymology Information

'feel' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'fēlan', where 'fēlan' meant 'to touch or perceive'.

Historical Evolution

'fēlan' changed from Old English to the modern English word 'feel'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to touch or perceive', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to experience an emotion or sensation'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a sensation or impression.

The feel of the silk was smooth.

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Verb 1

to experience an emotion or sensation.

I feel happy today.

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Verb 2

to touch or handle something to examine it.

Feel the fabric to check its quality.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35