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wifelike


Meanings
  • adjective

    Having the qualities or characteristics of a wife.


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wifelike
Etymology
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Derived from the word 'wife', which comes from an Old English word 'wif' meaning woman.


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  1. The word 'wifelike' first appeared in English literature in the 14th century.

  2. In Old English, the word 'wif' also meant 'woman' in a more general sense, not just a married woman.


Related Concepts
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  1. husbandlike: Having the qualities or characteristics of a husband.


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In literature, 'wifelike' is often used to describe a woman who embodies the ideal qualities of a wife, such as loyalty, nurturing, and devotion. In art, there are depictions of wifelike figures in various forms, such as statues and paintings.

How to Memorize "wifelike"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a woman who embodies the qualities of a good wife: caring, loving, supportive, and reliable.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'wifelike' with the image of a happy family and a loving wife.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Women Are Nurturing, Loving, Kind' to remember the meaning of 'wifelike'.


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