tuck
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/tʌk/
securely fold or insert
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tuck' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'tukken,' where 'tukken' meant 'to pull or draw up.'
Historical Evolution
'tukken' transformed into the modern English word 'tuck' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to pull or draw up,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to push or fold something into a small space.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a fold or pleat in fabric, often used for decoration or to adjust the fit of a garment.
The dress had several tucks at the waist.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42