gnawynge

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Middle English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From gnawen +‎ -ing.

Pronunciation

Adjective

gnawynge (plural gnawynges)

  1. Gnawing; avid chewing or consuming.
  2. A severe pain or injury; something that causes great pain.
  3. (rare) Insulting, mocking; a verbal attack.
  4. (rare) Corroding, wearing; an instance of corrosion.
  5. (rare) The feeling of mental anguish.

Descendants

  • English: gnawing

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