glistening
|glis-ten-ing|
B2
/ˈɡlɪsənɪŋ/
(glisten)
shining brightly
Etymology
Etymology Information
'glisten' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'glisnen', where 'glis-' meant 'to shine'.
Historical Evolution
'glisnen' transformed into the modern English word 'glisten'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to shine or sparkle', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45