happenings
|hap-pen-ings|
B1
/ˈhæpənɪŋz/
(happening)
noteworthy events
Etymology
Etymology Information
'happening' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'hap', where 'hap' meant 'chance' or 'fortune'.
Historical Evolution
'hap' transformed into the Middle English word 'happen', and eventually became the modern English word 'happening'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to occur by chance', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an event or occurrence'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
events or occurrences, especially those that are unusual or noteworthy.
The city is full of cultural happenings this weekend.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45