Meaning & Definition of word "Tidings"
Tidings
/ˈtaɪ.dɪŋz/
noun:
- 1. news or information, typically of a positive or significant nature.
- Example: The villagers rejoiced at the tidings of peace after years of conflict.
- 2. information or news that is communicated to someone.
- Example: She brought tidings of their success at the competition.
- 3. a notification of an event or situation.
- Example: The recent tidings of a royal engagement captured the nation's attention.
Etymology
●Middle English, from Old English 'tidung', meaning 'news or information'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
good tidings:
Good news or happy information.
bring tidings:
To deliver news or information.
Related Words
news:
Information about recent events.
report:
A statement describing the results of an investigation or activity.
announcement:
A formal public statement.
Slang Meanings of tidings
Meaning: A good piece of news.
● Example Sentence: I got some great tidings about my promotion!
Meaning: Someone's gossip or buzz.
● Example Sentence: Did you hear the tidings going around about the new café opening?