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Meaning of Haunt
The primary meaning of the word "haunt" is to visit or appear to someone, especially as a ghost, or to have a lasting impression on someone's mind.
Definitions
- To visit or appear to someone, especially as a ghost
- To have a lasting impression on someone's mind
- To be a frequent or regular visitor to a place
- To torment or plague someone with a problem or fear
Etymology of Haunt
The word "haunt" originates from the Old French word "hanter," which means "to frequent" or "to visit"
This Old French word is derived from the Frankish word "hunton," which is also the source of the Modern German word "hänfen," meaning "to catch" or "to seize"
The word "haunt" has been used in the English language since the 14th century, initially with the meaning "to visit" or "to frequent," and later developing the additional meanings related to ghosts and supernatural presence
Example Uses
- The old mansion is said to be haunted by the ghost of its former owner
- The memory of the accident still haunts me
- She haunts the local coffee shop, where she meets her friends every morning
- The fear of failure haunts him, making it hard for him to take risks