Where does “blustering” come from?
Blustering derives from Middle English blusteren, of uncertain origin and ultimate etymology.
blustering (English): A noisy blowing, as of a blast of wind;...
Definitions
- A noisy blowing, as of a blast of wind;...
Ancestry of “blustering”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
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| 1 | English | bluster | Pompous, officious talk; A gust of wind; Fitful... |
| 2 | Middle English | blusteren | to wander about aimlessly |
Words derived from “blustering”