juggernaut
|jug-ger-naut|
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/ˈdʒʌɡərˌnɔt/
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/ˈdʒʌɡənɔːt/
unstoppable force
Etymology
Etymology Information
'juggernaut' originates from Hindi, specifically the word 'Jagannath', where 'Jagat' meant 'world' and 'nath' meant 'lord'.
Historical Evolution
'Jagannath' transformed into the English word 'juggernaut' through the influence of British colonialism in India.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the Hindu deity Jagannath, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of an unstoppable force.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a massive, unstoppable force, campaign, movement, or object that crushes whatever is in its path.
The new tech company quickly became a juggernaut in the industry.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42