Correct spelling for the English word "more numbing" is [mˈɔː nˈʌmɪŋ], [mˈɔː nˈʌmɪŋ], [m_ˈɔː n_ˈʌ_m_ɪ_ŋ] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
More numbing is a comparative phrase that refers to a state or condition that is characterized by a greater degree of insensitivity or reduced sensation. The term "numbing" is derived from the verb "numb," meaning to deprive of feeling or sensation. When used in the comparative form "more numbing," it indicates an intensification of this lack of sensation.
In a literal sense, "more numbing" can describe a physical sensation where a stimulus, such as cold or anesthesia, causes an increased feeling of numbness or loss of feeling in a specific area of the body. It suggests a heightened level of anesthetic effect or a more severe reaction to the stimulus.
In a figurative sense, "more numbing" can describe an emotional or psychological state characterized by a greater level of detachment or desensitization. It implies a heightened degree of emotional insensitivity or indifference towards external stimuli, events, or experiences. This can refer to a person's emotional response to trauma, witnessing distressing events, or being exposed to prolonged periods of stress or negativity.
Overall, the term "more numbing" encompasses a broad range of experiences, from physical sensations to emotional states, in which the intensity or extent of insensitivity or reduced sensation is increased in comparison to a reference point.
The phrase "more numbing" does not have a specific etymology because it is a combination of two individual words. However, let's look at the etymology of each word separately:
1. More: The word "more" comes from the Old English word "māra" which means "greater" or "additional". It can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "*maizon" and is related to words in other Germanic languages like German "mehr" and Dutch "meer".
2. Numbing: The word "numbing" is derived from the verb "numb". "Numb" itself has origins in the Middle English word "numme", which meant "deprived of the power of sensation". It can be traced back to the Old English word "nyma" or "numen", meaning "to seize" or "to take".