BELABOURING Meaning and
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Belabouring is a verb that originates from the term "belabour," which means to attack or criticize someone repeatedly and excessively, often in an aggressive or harsh manner. This term can also be used to describe the act of dwelling on a particular point or subject to the point of overemphasis.
When someone is belabouring a person, they are constantly directing negative or critical comments towards them, either verbally or in writing. This repetitive and prolonged attack can be aimed at someone's character, work, ideas, or actions. The purpose of belabouring is to thoroughly denounce or express disapproval with the intention of discrediting or undermining the individual. This process of excessive criticism or condemnation is often done to intentionally inflict emotional distress or to persuade others to share the negative opinion.
Belabouring can also refer to the act of repeatedly discussing or elaborating on a point or subject beyond its necessary or appropriate scope. It may involve reiterating the same information or arguments multiple times, thus prolonging a conversation needlessly. This excessive emphasis on a specific point can sometimes lead to confusion or boredom among those participating in the discussion or witnessing it.
In summary, belabouring involves the persistent and often aggressive criticism or condemnation of a person, their work, or their ideas. It can also entail the excessive dwelling or overemphasizing of a point or subject in conversation.
Etymology of BELABOURING
The word "belabouring" is derived from the Middle English term "belabour" which was popularly used during the 16th century. It combines the prefix "be-" (which intensifies the meaning of the verb) and the verb "labour", meaning to work hard or to exert oneself. The term "belabour" originally appeared in the early 16th century and was derived from the Old French word "belabourer". Its usage can be traced back to the Latin word "laborare" which means "to labor" or "to work". Over time, the verb "belabour" evolved to "belabouring" to denote more continuous or ongoing action.
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Conjugate verb Belabouring
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