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shorn

 

[ ʃɔrn ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

physical appearance

The term 'shorn' is often used to describe someone or something that has been shaven or cut. It is commonly associated with the act of trimming hair, particularly when it refers to a close cut or complete removal of hair. This word may evoke a sense of loss or transformation, as the act of shearing can dramatically change one's appearance. In literature, 'shorn' can also symbolize sacrifice or purity, particularly in religious contexts.

Synonyms

cropped, cut, shaved, trimmed

Examples of usage

  • He walked into the room, his head shorn clean of hair.
  • The shorn sheep looked quite different from its previous fluffy self.
  • After being shorn, the dog had a completely new look.

Translations

Translations of the word "shorn" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tosquiado

🇮🇳 कतरना

🇩🇪 geschoren

🇮🇩 dicukur

🇺🇦 поголений

🇵🇱 ogolony

🇯🇵 剃られた

🇫🇷 rasé

🇪🇸 afeitado

🇹🇷 tıraş edilmiş

🇰🇷 깎인

🇸🇦 مُشَذَّب

🇨🇿 ostříhaný

🇸🇰 ostrihaný

🇨🇳 剃光的

🇸🇮 obrit

🇮🇸 skorið

🇰🇿 шашы алынған

🇬🇪 შეწყვეტილი

🇦🇿 tüklənmiş

🇲🇽 afeitado

Word origin

The word 'shorn' is derived from the Old English term 'geornian', stemming from the root word 'shear', which means to cut or remove hair or foliage. This etymological lineage is present in various Germanic languages, where similar terms are used to denote cutting or shearing. Over time, 'shorn' became the past participle of 'shear' in Middle English, used to describe a subject that has been subject to this action. As the usage of the term evolved, it became more commonly associated with grooming practices and agricultural processes, particularly in relation to sheep farming where wool shearing is a yearly procedure. The application of 'shorn' extends beyond the physical act of cutting hair, often carrying connotations of change and loss, making it a word rich in meaning within literary contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,392, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.