swallow
|swal-low|
B1
🇺🇸
/ˈswɑː.loʊ/
🇬🇧
/ˈswɒl.əʊ/
consume or accept
Etymology
Etymology Information
'swallow' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'swelgan,' where 'swelgan' meant 'to swallow.'
Historical Evolution
'swelgan' transformed into the Middle English word 'swolwen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'swallow.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to gulp down,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small bird with long, pointed wings and a forked tail, known for its swift flight.
The swallow flew gracefully across the sky.
Synonyms
Verb 1
to cause or allow something, especially food or drink, to pass down the throat.
He swallowed the pill with a glass of water.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40