gnawed

Meanings

• Verb

  To bite or gnash at something persistently, as with worry or anxiety.

  - "The dog gnawed at the bone for hours."
  - "She couldn't stop gnawing on her nails during the interview."

• Verb

  To wear down or damage something by persistent action.

  - "The constant rain gnawed at the foundation of the house."
  - "The acid gnawed through the metal container."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with gnawed
jawed , pawed , dawed

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Variants

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gnaw , gnawed , gnawer , gnawers , gnawing , gnaws , gnaw at , gnawed at , gnawing at , gnaws at

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Etymology

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Old English gnawan, from gnawan, to gnash or grind the teeth.

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Trivia

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1. 'Gnawed' is often used in the context of dogs and other animals, but it can also be used to describe the effects of worry or anxiety on humans.

2. The word 'gnawed' comes from the Old English word 'gnawan', which means 'to gnash or grind the teeth'.

3. The sound of gnawing is often used in horror movies to create a sense of tension or unease.

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Related Concepts

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1. gnashing: The act of gnashing or grinding the teeth, often as a sign of anger, frustration, or anxiety.

2. gnawing hunger: A strong desire or craving for food, often accompanied by a feeling of discomfort or unease.

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Culture

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In literature, 'gnawed' is often used metaphorically to describe the effects of worry, anxiety, or regret. It can also be used to describe the physical effects of persistent actions on objects.

How to Memorize "gnawed"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the sound and motion of someone gnawing on something, such as a bone or a piece of food.
   - Visualize the physical effects of persistent gnawing on an object, such as the gradual wearing down of a foundation or the eroding of metal.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the sound of 'gnawed' with the sound of teeth grinding or gnashing.
   - Associate the meaning of 'gnawed' with the idea of persistent action or worry.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the sound of 'gnawed' and the image of someone gnashing their teeth.
   - Create a mnemonic using the meaning of 'gnawed' and the idea of persistent action or worry.

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