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Meaning of marvel in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈmɑrvəl/

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  1. Verb

    marvel

    Etymology

    Middle English (as a noun): from Old French merveille, from late Latin mirabilia, neuter plural of Latin mirabilis‘wonderful’, from mirari‘wonder at’

    Definitions

    1. be amazed at

    Examples

    • « We marvelled at the child's linguistic abilities »
  2. 2. express astonishment or surprise about something
  3. Noun

    marvel

    Definitions

    1. something that causes feelings of wonder

    Examples

    • « the wonders of modern science »

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