voluble
|vol-u-ble|
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/ˈvɑːljəbl/
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/ˈvɒljʊbl/
fluent talker
Etymology
Etymology Information
'voluble' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'volubilis,' where 'volv-' meant 'to roll or turn.'
Historical Evolution
'volubilis' transformed into the Old French word 'voluble,' and eventually became the modern English word 'voluble.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'capable of turning or rolling,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'fluent or talkative.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45
