imposing
[ im-poh-zing ]
/ ɪmˈpoʊ zɪŋ /
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adjective
very impressive because of great size, stately appearance, dignity, elegance, etc.: Notre Dame, Rheims, and other imposing cathedrals of France.
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Let’s start with some etymology: What are the origins of the typographical word “bracket”?
First appeared around 1750, and is related to the French word “braguette” for the name of codpiece armor.
First appeared in 1610, based on the French word “baguette” for the long loaf of bread.
First appeared in 1555, and is related to the French word “raquette” for a netted bat.
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im·pos·ing·ly, adverbim·pos·ing·ness, nounWords nearby imposing
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imposing
/ (ɪmˈpəʊzɪŋ) /
adjective
grand or impressivean imposing building
Derived forms of imposing
imposingly, adverbimposingness, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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