unblinking
|un-blink-ing|
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/ʌnˈblɪŋkɪŋ/
steady gaze
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unblinking' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'blink', which comes from Middle English 'blenken', meaning 'to close the eyes'.
Historical Evolution
'blink' changed from the Middle English word 'blenken' and eventually became the modern English word 'blink'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'blink' meant 'to close the eyes', but over time it evolved to include the action of quickly opening and closing the eyes.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not blinking; maintaining a steady gaze.
She gave him an unblinking stare.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41