Bathed: meaning, definitions and examples
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bathed
[ beɪðd ]
past tense use
The word 'bathed' is the past tense of the verb 'bathe.' It generally means to wash or cleanse oneself or another in water, often in a bath or shower. In some contexts, it can also mean to immerse in liquid for relaxing or therapeutic purposes. The action can refer to washing oneself as part of a hygiene routine or preparing for a relaxing experience. It is important in both literal and metaphorical senses; for example, one might also say they are 'bathed' in light to indicate being surrounded by something.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She bathed the baby before bedtime.
- He bathed in the sun at the beach.
- After the workout, they bathed quickly.
- They were bathed in the warm glow of sunset.
Translations
Translations of the word "bathed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 banhado
🇮🇳 नहाया हुआ
🇩🇪 gebadet
🇮🇩 dimandikan
🇺🇦 купаний
🇵🇱 wykapany
🇯🇵 浴びた
🇫🇷 baigné
🇪🇸 bañado
🇹🇷 yıkanmış
🇰🇷 목욕한
🇸🇦 مستحم
🇨🇿 koupaný
🇸🇰 okúpaný
🇨🇳 洗过澡的
🇸🇮 kopan
🇮🇸 baðaður
🇰🇿 жуынған
🇬🇪 ბანაობილი
🇦🇿 hamamda olan
🇲🇽 bañado
Etymology
The word 'bathed' originates from the Old English word 'bæð,' which meant a bath or bathing, referring to the action of washing or cleansing oneself. The root of 'bathed' can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic *bada which also relates to bathing. As language evolved, 'bathe' became the standard term in Middle English, solidifying its usage in the vernacular. The transformation of the verb into its past tense form 'bathed' indicates both the completion of the action and its integration into daily life, a practice crucial for hygiene and social norms throughout history. The significance of bathing has been noted in various cultures as a ritual, a necessity for cleanliness, and as a means of relaxation, making 'bathed' a word deeply entrenched in human experience.