messiness
|mes-si-ness|
B2
/ˈmɛsinəs/
(messy)
disorderly
Etymology
Etymology Information
'messiness' originates from the English word 'messy', which comes from the Old French word 'mes', meaning 'portion of food'.
Historical Evolution
'messy' evolved from the Old French word 'mes', which referred to a portion of food, and eventually became associated with disorder in English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a portion of food, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'untidy or disorganized'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or quality of being untidy or disorganized.
The messiness of his room was overwhelming.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39