fussing
|fus-sing|
B1
/ˈfʌsɪŋ/
(fuss)
unnecessary excitement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fuss' originates from the 18th-century English, possibly from the Low German 'fussen', meaning 'to blow' or 'to fume'.
Historical Evolution
'fuss' was used in the 18th century to describe unnecessary excitement or activity, and it has retained this meaning in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to blow or fume', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'unnecessary excitement or activity'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
making a big deal out of something trivial or minor.
She was fussing over the details of the party.
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Verb 2
present participle form of 'fuss'.
The baby was fussing all night.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42