spoils
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/spɔɪlz/
(spoil)
damaged or ruined
Etymology
'spoil' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'espoillier,' where 'es-' meant 'out' and 'poillier' meant 'to strip or plunder.'
'espoillier' transformed into the Middle English word 'spoilen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'spoil.'
Initially, it meant 'to strip or plunder,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'damage' or 'indulge excessively.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
goods or property seized from a defeated enemy in war.
The soldiers divided the spoils among themselves.
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Verb 1
to damage or ruin something.
The rain spoiled our picnic plans.
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Verb 2
to pamper or indulge someone excessively.
Grandparents often spoil their grandchildren.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45