musty
|mus-ty|
B2
/ˈmʌsti/
stale or moldy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'musty' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'must,' where 'must' meant 'new wine or unfermented grape juice.'
Historical Evolution
'must' changed from the Middle English word 'must' and eventually became the modern English word 'musty'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'new wine or unfermented grape juice,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'stale or moldy.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a stale, moldy, or damp smell.
The basement was musty after the flood.
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Adjective 2
lacking originality or vitality; old-fashioned.
The library had a musty collection of outdated books.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45