regarding
|re-gard-ing|
B2
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/rɪˈɡɑrdɪŋ/
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/rɪˈɡɑːdɪŋ/
(regard)
consideration
Etymology
Etymology Information
'regard' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'regarder,' where 're-' meant 'back' and 'garder' meant 'to watch or guard.'
Historical Evolution
'regarder' transformed into the Middle English word 'regarden,' and eventually became the modern English word 'regard.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to look back or watch over,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'considering or concerning.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'regard'.
He is regarding the situation carefully.
Preposition 1
concerning or in relation to something.
She spoke to me regarding the new project.
Synonyms
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40