perishing
|per-ish-ing|
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/ˈpɛrɪʃɪŋ/
(perish)
cease to exist
Etymology
Etymology Information
'perish' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'perir,' where 'per-' meant 'through' and 'ire' meant 'to go.'
Historical Evolution
'perir' transformed into the Middle English word 'perisshen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'perish'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to pass away or go through,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to die or be destroyed.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to die or be destroyed, especially in a violent or untimely manner.
Many soldiers perished in the battle.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45