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/
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
The hikers carefully crossed a narrow bridge above the rushing river.
The narrow doorway allowed only one person to enter at a time. ("Narrow row." → A narrow space forces people into a single row.)
An arrow flew through a narrow gap and landed beside a tiny sparrow.
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🎤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.
Breakdown
Old English 'nearu' (narrow, tight) + modern English -ow suffix = narrow. The word has remained relatively unchanged in form since Old English times.
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🔗Collocations
📝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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