renewing
|re-new-ing|
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/rɪˈnuːɪŋ/
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/rɪˈnjuːɪŋ/
(renew)
making new again
Etymology
Etymology Information
'renew' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'renewen', where 're-' meant 'again' and 'newen' meant 'make new'.
Historical Evolution
'renewen' transformed into the modern English word 'renew'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make new again', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'renew'.
She is renewing her subscription to the magazine.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41