Delve: meaning, definitions and examples

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delve

 

[ dษ›lv ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

exploration, investigation

To delve means to investigate or research deeply into a subject or issue. It often implies a thorough and detailed examination, seeking to uncover hidden information or understanding. This term can be applied in various contexts, such as scholarly research, journalism, or personal inquiries. Delving can involve looking into historical records, literature, or even personal experiences.

Synonyms

examine, explore, investigate, probe, research

Examples of usage

  • She decided to delve into the archives for more information.
  • The journalist delved into the corruption scandal.
  • He loves to delve into ancient history.

Translations

Translations of the word "delve" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mergulhar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคนเคฐเคพเคˆ เคฎเฅ‡เค‚ เคœเคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช tief eintauchen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menyelam

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะฝัƒั€ะธั‚ะธัั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zanurzyฤ‡ siฤ™

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆŽ˜ใ‚Šไธ‹ใ’ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท plonger

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ profundizar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท derinlemesine incelemek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒŒ๊ณ ๋“ค๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุชุนู…ู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ponoล™it se

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ponoriลฅ sa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆทฑๅ…ฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ poglabljati se

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ koma dรฝpra

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะตั€ะตาฃะดะตั‚ั–ะฟ ะทะตั€ั‚ั‚ะตัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒ›แƒแƒ แƒฎแƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dษ™rinlษ™ลŸmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ profundizar

Etymology

The word 'delve' originates from the Old English term 'delfan', which means to dig or excavate. The root of the word is found in other Germanic languages, with similarities in Middle Dutch ('delven') and Old High German ('telban'). Over time, 'delve' evolved to encompass not only the physical act of digging but also the metaphorical action of searching or investigating intricately. It was commonly associated with archaeological digs but has since broadened to include any form of in-depth exploration. By the late Middle Ages, the usage of 'delve' began to appear in literary texts, indicating a shift towards its figurative sense. Today, the term is widely used in both academic and casual contexts, illustrating a quest for knowledge.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,218, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.