freaking
|freak-ing|
B2
/ˈfriːkɪŋ/
(freak)
unusual
Etymology
Etymology Information
'freaking' originates from the English word 'freak', which was used in the 19th century to describe something unusual or abnormal.
Historical Evolution
'freak' evolved into 'freaking' as a euphemistic intensifier in the late 20th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'freak' meant 'unusual or abnormal', but 'freaking' evolved to emphasize or intensify statements.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40
