Adverb
before 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1Noun
before 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1braddled
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Adjective, Adverb, and Noun
Middle English dep, from Old English dēop; akin to Old High German tiof deep, Old English dyppan to dip — more at dipdeep
noun
Synonyms (Entry 1 of 2)
- the whole body of salt water that covers nearly three-fourths of the earth //sailors exploring the farther reaches of the briny deep
- an immeasurable depth or space //the belief that somewhere in the deep of outer space humankind will meet its ultimate destiny
adjective
Synonyms & Antonyms (Entry 2 of 2)
- extending far downward //lowered their bucket down a deep well //the ax made a deep cut into the woodSynonymsRelated WordsNear Antonyms