lowering
|low-er-ing|
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/ˈloʊərɪŋ/
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/ˈləʊərɪŋ/
(lower)
reduce height
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lower' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'lowere,' where 'low' meant 'not high.'
Historical Evolution
'lowere' transformed into the modern English word 'lower' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make something lower in position,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'lower'.
The mechanic is lowering the car to the ground.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40