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ETYMOLOGY

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Etymology.

How to pronounce etymology:

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Etymology - as a noun

A history of a word

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
account11chronicle16history13story8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The study of the sources and development of words

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
linguistics14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"I am fascinated by the etymology of words."
"The etymology of this word can be traced back to Latin."
"Studying etymology helps us better understand the origins of language."
"The etymology of the word 'computer' is quite interesting."
"Curiosity about etymology led him to become a language scholar."
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Word Game Points

Is ETYMOLOGY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, etymology is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ETYMOLOGY has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is ETYMOLOGY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, etymology is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ETYMOLOGY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is ETYMOLOGY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, etymology is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ETYMOLOGY has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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