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The word "hollow" has been in use in the English language since before the 10th century. It is derived from the Old English word "holh," which itself is believed to have originated from the Proto-Germanic word "hulaz." "hulaz" is thought to have been related to the Proto-Indo-European root "kele-" or "kel-," which meant "cavern" or "to turn, bend."
The word "hollow" has a long history of use in both its literal and figurative senses. In its literal sense, it refers to something that is empty or contains a cavity within. In its figurative sense, it refers to something that is lacking in substance or significance.
The word "hollow" has many cognates in other Indo-European languages, including the German word "Hohl" and the Dutch word "hol."
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