lurch
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/lɜrtʃ/
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/lɜːtʃ/
sudden movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lurch' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'lurche,' where 'lurche' meant 'to steal or rob.'
Historical Evolution
'lurche' transformed into the modern English word 'lurch' through gradual phonetic changes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to steal or rob,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a sudden movement.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a sudden, unsteady movement or series of movements.
The car came to a lurching stop.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42