Quicksand

Pronunciation: /ˈkwɪkˌsænd/

Definitions of quicksand

noun Quicksand is a noun that refers to a deep, soft, wet area of sand that sucks in anything that falls into it.

Example Sentences

A1 Be careful not to step in quicksand.

A2 The hiker got stuck in quicksand and had to be rescued.

B1 Quicksand is a dangerous natural phenomenon that can be found in certain areas.

B2 The explorers were warned about the presence of quicksand in the desert.

C1 The scientist conducted research on the formation and properties of quicksand.

C2 The documentary highlighted the perils of navigating through quicksand during expeditions.

Examples of quicksand in a Sentence

formal The hiker found himself trapped in quicksand and had to be rescued.

informal I heard that if you step in quicksand, you're supposed to stay calm and slowly try to get out.

slang Dude, don't walk over there, it's like walking through quicksand!

figurative Her debt kept growing, pulling her deeper into financial quicksand.

Grammatical Forms of quicksand

• plural: quicksands
• comparative: more quicksand
• superlative: most quicksand
• present tense: quicksand
• future tense: will quicksand
• perfect tense: has quicksanded
• continuous tense: is quicksanding
• singular: quicksand
• positive degree: quicksand
• infinitive: to quicksand
• gerund: quicksanding
• participle: quicksanded

Origin and Evolution of quicksand

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'quicksand' originated from the Middle English term 'qwike' meaning 'living' and 'sand' referring to the loose sand that shifts easily.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe loose sand that could trap or engulf a person or animal, the meaning of 'quicksand' has evolved to also symbolize any situation or circumstance that can quickly become dangerous or difficult to escape from.