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Meaning of thew
The primary meaning of the word "thew" refers to muscular power or strength.
Etymology of thew
The word "thew" has its roots in Old English and is related to the word "thawian", which means to make or become strong.
Historically, the word "thew" was used to describe the physical strength or muscular power of a person or animal, and it has been used in English since the 9th century.
Synonyms
Definitions
- The word "thew" is defined by Oxford Languages as a noun that refers to the muscular power or strength of a person or animal.
- * It can also be used to describe a muscle or sinew, especially one that is strong or well-developed.
Usage Examples
- The athlete's thew was evident in her powerful serve.
- * The old man's thew was still impressive, despite his advanced age.
- * The horse's thew was visible in its muscular legs and back.
Antonyms
weakness
frailty
feebleness
delicacy
daintiness
fragility
brittleness
slenderness
thinness
slightness
puniness
insignificance
powerlessness
helplessness
ineffectiveness
inadequacy
incapacity