numbness
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B2
/ˈnʌmnəs/
lack of sensation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'numbness' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'numbian,' where 'numb' meant 'deprived of sensation.'
Historical Evolution
'numbian' transformed into the Middle English word 'nomb,' and eventually became the modern English word 'numbness.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'deprived of sensation,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lack of physical sensation or emotional response.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a lack of physical sensation or feeling in a part of the body.
After sitting in the same position for too long, she felt numbness in her legs.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39