Fowled: meaning, definitions and examples
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fowled
[ faʊld ]
past tense
Fowled is the past tense of foul, which can mean to make or become dirty or polluted. In a broader context, it often refers to causing disruption or harm, particularly in sports or games.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He fowled the ball during the match.
- The players were penalized for having fowled each other repeatedly.
- She accidentally fowled the water with her chemicals.
- They fowled the air with emissions from the factory.
Translations
Translations of the word "fowled" in other languages:
🇵🇹 contaminado
🇮🇳 गंदा
🇩🇪 verunreinigt
🇮🇩 tercemar
🇺🇦 забруднений
🇵🇱 zanieczyszczony
🇯🇵 汚れた
🇫🇷 contaminé
🇪🇸 contaminado
🇹🇷 kirletilmiş
🇰🇷 오염된
🇸🇦 ملوث
🇨🇿 znečištěný
🇸🇰 znečistený
🇨🇳 被污染的
🇸🇮 onesnažen
🇮🇸 mengaður
🇰🇿 ластанған
🇬🇪 დასაბინავებული
🇦🇿 çirklənmiş
🇲🇽 contaminado
Etymology
The word 'foul' has roots in Old English 'fūl', which means 'foul, dirty, or filthy'. This term traces back to Proto-Germanic origins, specifically from the word 'fōla', which conveyed a similar meaning. Over time, the usage extended beyond physical dirtiness to encompass actions and behaviors that are considered morally or legally objectionable. The transformation into its verb form and the extension into different contexts, such as in sports and environmental discussions, highlight its evolving nature in the English language. The transition into 'fowled' as its past form showcases the verb's grammatical adaptations. In sporting contexts, fouling has become a crucial part of rules and regulations, emphasizing the significance of maintaining fairness and respect within competitive scenarios.