tussle
|tus-sle|
B2
/ˈtʌsəl/
vigorous struggle
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tussle' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'touselen,' where 'tous-' meant 'to pull or tear.'
Historical Evolution
'touselen' transformed into the modern English word 'tussle' through gradual phonetic changes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to pull or tear,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a vigorous struggle or scuffle.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a vigorous struggle or scuffle, typically in order to obtain or achieve something.
There was a brief tussle over the remote control.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41