Definition of worn

wornadjective

rách nát

/wɔːn//wɔːrn/

The word "worn" has a long and fascinating history, tracing back to the Proto-Germanic root *wur- meaning "to make a furrow" or "to turn." Over time, this root evolved into the Old English word "weorn" meaning "to wear out," which then became the Middle English "weren." The modern "worn" emerged through a combination of the past participle of "wear" (to dress in clothing) and the original sense of "worn out." Its journey from plowing fields to describing clothing reflects the adaptability and evolution of language over centuries.

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damaged or thinner than normal because it is old and has been used a lot

bị hư hỏng hoặc mỏng hơn bình thường vì nó đã cũ và đã được sử dụng nhiều

Example:
  • an old pair of worn jeans

    một chiếc quần jean cũ đã sờn

  • The stone steps were worn and broken.

    Những bậc đá đã mòn và gãy.

  • The tapestry is still valuable in spite of its worn condition.

    Tấm thảm vẫn có giá trị mặc dù tình trạng cũ kỹ của nó.

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looking very tired

trông rất mệt mỏi

Example:
  • She came out of the ordeal looking thin and worn.

    Cô ấy bước ra từ thử thách với vẻ gầy gò và mệt mỏi.

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