shingle
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B2
/ˈʃɪŋɡəl/
roof covering
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shingle' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'scindel,' where 'scindel' meant 'roof tile.'
Historical Evolution
'scindel' transformed into the Middle English word 'shingle,' and eventually became the modern English word 'shingle.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'roof tile,' but over time it evolved to include 'small stones on a beach.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small, thin piece of building material, often wood, used to cover roofs or walls.
The roof was covered with wooden shingles.
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Noun 2
a small, rounded stone found on beaches or riverbeds.
The beach was covered in smooth shingles.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35