quickening
|quick-en-ing|
B2
/ˈkwɪkənɪŋ/
(quicken)
to speed up or revive
Etymology
Etymology Information
'quickening' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'cwicnian,' where 'cwic' meant 'alive.'
Historical Evolution
'cwicnian' transformed into the Middle English word 'quiknen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'quicken.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to come to life or become alive,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to accelerate or stimulate.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the first movement of a fetus in the womb felt by the mother.
The quickening was a reassuring sign for the expectant mother.
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Verb 1
present participle of 'quicken'.
The pace of the project is quickening as the deadline approaches.
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Last updated: 2025/02/05 17:54