offender
|of-fend-er|
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/əˈfɛndər/
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/əˈfɛndə/
(offend)
lawbreaker
Etymology
Etymology Information
'offender' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'offendre,' where 'of-' meant 'against' and 'fendre' meant 'to strike.'
Historical Evolution
'offendre' transformed into the Middle English word 'offenden,' and eventually became the modern English word 'offend.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to strike against,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to commit a crime or wrongdoing.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who has committed a crime or illegal act.
The police are searching for the offender who robbed the bank.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35