soul
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/soʊl/
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/səʊl/
spiritual essence
Etymology
'soul' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'sāwol', where 'sā-' meant 'sea' and '-wol' meant 'well-being'.
'sāwol' transformed into the Middle English word 'soule', and eventually became the modern English word 'soul'.
Initially, it meant 'life force or spirit', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'spiritual essence'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the spiritual or immaterial part of a human being or animal, regarded as immortal.
Many believe the soul lives on after death.
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Noun 2
a person regarded as the embodiment of a specified quality.
She is the soul of kindness.
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Noun 3
emotional or intellectual energy or intensity, especially as revealed in a work of art or an artistic performance.
The painting has a lot of soul.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35