narrow — having a small width in relation to length
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having a small width in relation to length
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnæroʊ/
Korean meaning: 폭이 좁은, 너비가 작은
Korean pronunciation: 내-로우 (강세: 내)
Example Sentences
- My narrow-minded neighbor thinks pineapple on pizza is a crime against humanity.
- She had a narrow escape when her cat knocked over her laptop right before she hit save.
- The detective narrowed down the suspects to three people.
narrow
ADJECTIVE//ˈnæroʊ//
having a small width in relation to length
Squeezing through a narrow alley
Nar rows a narrow boat - barely balanced, wildly wobbling!
Through the narrow alley, arrow meets sparrow!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'nearu' meaning tight or narrow, related to Old Norse 'nörr' and ultimately from Proto-Germanic roots meaning to constrict or compress.
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📝Examples
“My narrow-minded neighbor thinks pineapple on pizza is a crime against humanity.”
“She had a narrow escape when her cat knocked over her laptop right before she hit save.”
“The detective narrowed down the suspects to three people.”
“His narrow shoulders made him look like a walking coat hanger.”
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