wonder

Definition

A feeling of surprise and admiration, often caused by something beautiful, strange, or amazing. As a verb, it means to be curious or to think about something you don’t fully understand.

Etymology

From Old English 'wundor', meaning a marvel or miracle. It has long carried both the idea of amazement and something out of the ordinary.

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