answer — a reply to a question, request, or letter
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a reply to a question, request, or letter
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈænsər/
Example Sentences
- My cat always answers when I call his name, but only if he feels like it.
- The answer to life, the universe, and everything is 42.
- She couldn't answer the math problem on the test.
answer
NOUN[/ˈænsər/]
a reply to a question, request, or letter
She raises her hand confidently to answer the teacher's tricky math question.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'andswaru', a compound of 'and-' (against) and 'swerian' (to swear). Originally meant 'to swear against' or 'to respond to', eventually evolving to denote a verbal response or reply.
Breakdown
and- (against) + swaru (swear), literally 'to swear in response to' or 'to speak against'. The compound shifted meaning from the literal 'swearing against' to the modern sense of 'responding' or 'replying'.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat always answers when I call his name, but only if he feels like it.”
“The answer to life, the universe, and everything is 42.”
“She couldn't answer the math problem on the test.”
“I need to answer this important email before lunch.”
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