Bottomless - English Definition & Meaning

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Definition

'Bottomless' means without a bottom or seemingly endless. It can refer to physical objects that lack a base, like a bottomless pit, or to something that seems infinite, like a bottomless supply of coffee β˜•. The word suggests a sense of boundlessness or limitlessness. It can also colloquially mean not wearing bottoms (pants, shorts, skirts). Think of a magician's hat 🎩 or an endless ocean 🌊.

Etymology

'Bottom' refers to the lowest part of something. Adding '-less' indicates the absence of a bottom. The word has been used throughout history to describe things that lack a base or seem limitless. The word has a feeling of something without end.

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Examples

  • "The magician seemed to pull endless scarves from his bottomless hat. 🎩"
  • "She enjoyed the bottomless mimosas at brunch. πŸ₯‚"
  • "Some say the ocean is bottomless, but that's not true. 🌊"
  • "I ordered bottomless fries at the restaurant. 🍟"

Anecdote / Story

In 'Alice in Wonderland,' Alice falls down a 'bottomless' rabbit hole. It's a symbol of the unknown, a journey into the surreal. 'Bottomless' can represent a dive into something that feels never-ending.

Encouragement

'Bottomless' is a versatile word. Use it when you want to describe something that lacks a bottom or seems limitless. Think about moments in stories or real life where things seem endless, and you'll nail the usage! πŸ‘

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