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Borne: meaning, definitions and examples

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borne

 

[ bษ”rn ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

physical action

The word 'borne' is the past participle of the verb 'bear.' It signifies the action of carrying or supporting something. It can also mean to endure or to tolerate something, especially in a difficult context. 'Borne' is often used in a literary or formal setting, emphasizing the weight or responsibility of the action. For example, when someone speaks of burdens borne, they refer to challenges they have faced.

Synonyms

carried, endured, supported

Examples of usage

  • She had borne the brunt of the criticism.
  • The bridge was borne by strong pillars.
  • He has borne many hardships in life.
Context #2 | Verb

metaphorical usage

In a metaphorical sense, 'borne' can relate to the experience of feeling or experiencing something intangible, like grief or love. It is an evocative term that conveys profound feelings and emotional weight. Writers and poets often utilize this form to enhance the emotional depth of their works. This usage indicates a personal journey or struggle that one has carried throughout their life.

Synonyms

experienced, suffered, withstood

Examples of usage

  • She had borne witness to great love.
  • He has borne the pain of loss.
  • They have borne the legacy of their ancestors.

Translations

Translations of the word "borne" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น suportado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เค เคพเคฏเคพ เคนเฅเค†

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช getragen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dibawa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั–ะดะฝัั‚ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ niesiony

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้‹ใฐใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท portรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ llevado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท taลŸฤฑnan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์šด๋ฐ˜๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุญู…ู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nesenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nesenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‰ฟ่ฝฝ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nosil

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ berandi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐัั‹ะผะฐะปะดะฐะฝา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ“แƒแƒขแƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ daลŸฤฑyan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ llevado

Word origin

The word 'borne' originates from the Old English term 'beran,' meaning 'to carry, to bear, to bring forth.' This term has Germanic roots, closely related to the Old High German 'beran' and the Old Norse 'bera.' Over centuries, its usage has evolved, particularly in Middle English forms such as 'beren.' The past participle form 'borne' became prominent in literature and formal writing, enhancing the word's evocative quality. Originally, it held strong physical connotations involving transportation or support, but as language evolved, it began to encompass broader emotional and metaphorical meanings. Its continued use in modern English often appears in literary and expressive contexts, showcasing its adaptability through time.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,493, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.