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keen
Definitions
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1
adjective
having
a
sharp
edge
or
point
;
able
to
cut
or
pierce
easily
.
The
keen
blade
sliced
through
the
rope
effortlessly
.
She
used
a
keen
knife
to
carve
the
turkey
.
The
keen
edge
of
the
scissors
made
cutting
the
fabric
easy
.
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2
adjective
eager
or
enthusiastic
about
something
.
She
is
keen
to
start
her
new
job
next
week
.
He
was
keen
on
learning
how
to
play
the
guitar
.
They
are
keen
supporters
of
the
local
football
team
.
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3
adjective
having
a
quick
and
penetrating
mind
;
intellectually
sharp
.
She
has
a
keen
mind
for
solving
puzzles
.
His
keen
intellect
made
him
a
great
detective
.
The
keen
student
quickly
grasped
the
complex
concepts
.
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Word Origin
Language
Old English
Original word
cēne
Originally meant
brave, bold, clever
Background
The word 'keen' comes from Old English 'cēne', which meant brave or bold. Over time, its meaning shifted to describe sharpness and eagerness.
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