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larger

|lar-ger|

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🇺🇸

/ˈlɑrdʒər/

🇬🇧

/ˈlɑːdʒə/

(large)

great size

Base FormComparativeSuperlativeNoun
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'large' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'large', where 'large' meant 'broad, wide'.

Historical Evolution

'large' changed from the Old French word 'large' and eventually became the modern English word 'large'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'broad or wide', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'big in size or amount'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

comparative form of 'large', meaning more significant in size, amount, or degree.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35