milling
|mill-ing|
B2
/ˈmɪlɪŋ/
(mill)
grinding building
Etymology
Etymology Information
'milling' originates from the Old English word 'mylen', which was derived from the Latin word 'molina', meaning 'mill'.
Historical Evolution
'mylen' transformed into the Middle English word 'mille', and eventually became the modern English word 'mill'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a place where grain is ground', but over time it evolved to include the process of grinding itself.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of grinding or crushing grain into flour or meal.
The milling of wheat is a crucial step in bread production.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45