intertwining
|in-ter-twin-ing|
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/ˌɪntərˈtwaɪnɪŋ/
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/ˌɪntəˈtwaɪnɪŋ/
(intertwine)
twisted together
Etymology
Etymology Information
'intertwine' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'entwinen,' where 'en-' meant 'in' and 'twine' meant 'to twist.'
Historical Evolution
'entwinen' transformed into the modern English word 'intertwine' through the influence of Latin 'inter-' meaning 'between.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to twist together,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of twisting or weaving together.
The intertwining of cultures can lead to new traditions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45