strangeness

noun

strange·​ness ˈstrānj-nəs How to pronounce strangeness (audio)
1
: the quality or state of being strange
2
: the flavor characterizing a strange quark

Examples of strangeness in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The strangeness quickly turned into fascination, however. Elaine Woo, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2024 After an immense surge of strangeness, Mars bids farewell to your sign and moves on to Gemini. Jennifer Culp, Them, 12 July 2024 Here's a list of July book releases to add, including fresh takes on old literary classics, an ode to Florida's strangeness and a follow-up from bestselling author Taffy Brodesser-Akner. Theara Coleman, theweek, 5 July 2024 But last month their campaigns announced plans for two debates, which have the potential for even greater stakes and strangeness than four years ago. Evan Osnos, The New Yorker, 23 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for strangeness 

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of strangeness was in the 14th century

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“Strangeness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strangeness. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

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