Tame

Adjective

Definition: (of an animal) not dangerous or frightened of people; domesticated.

Synonyms: Domesticated, Gentle, Docile

Antonyms: Wild, Untamed, Feral

Examples:
  • The pet rabbit is tame and enjoys being petted.
  • The circus lion appeared tame as it performed tricks.
Mnemonics:
  • "Tame" rhymes with "name", which can remind you that tame animals have names and are domesticated.

Etymology:

Origin:

Old English 'tam', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'tam' and German 'zahm'.

Historical Usage:

The word has been used to describe the domestication of animals since Old English times.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Tame the beast within"

Explanation:

Refers to controlling or restraining one's wild or unruly impulses.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Thinking that "tame" only applies to animals.

Explanation:

While "tame" most commonly describes domesticated animals, it can also be used metaphorically to describe human behavior or a situation.

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