recurring
|re-cur-ring|
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/rɪˈkɜːrɪŋ/
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/rɪˈkʌrɪŋ/
(recur)
happening again
Etymology
Etymology Information
'recurring' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'recurrere,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'currere' meant 'to run.'
Historical Evolution
'recurrere' transformed into the French word 'recurer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'recur' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to run again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'happening again.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
happening or appearing again periodically or repeatedly.
The recurring theme in the novel is love and loss.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35