wet
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/wɛt/
moisture
Etymology
Etymology Information
'wet' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'wæt,' where 'wæt' meant 'moist or liquid.'
Historical Evolution
'wæt' changed from Old English word 'wæt' and eventually became the modern English word 'wet'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'moist or liquid,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
liquid that makes something wet.
The wet on the floor made it slippery.
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Verb 1
to make something wet.
She accidentally wet her shirt while washing dishes.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35