Entity: KAPUT
KAPUT is an adjective used to describe things that are ruined, done for, or utterly destroyed, often indicating that they are unable to function or hopelessly outmoded.
KAPUT
Etymology
The word 'KAPUT' originated from the German 'kaputt,' often rendered as 'kaput' in English, and via Yiddish 'קאַפּוט' (kaput), meaning 'lost' or 'dead.' It has been borrowed by many languages with a similar meaning.
Definition
KAPUT is an adjective used to describe things that are ruined, done for, or utterly destroyed, often indicating that they are unable to function or hopelessly outmoded.
Historical Context
The term 'KAPUT' gained popularity in English during World War I as a slang word, corresponding roughly to 'done in' or 'fichu.' It has since become widely used in various contexts to signify irreparable damage or obsolescence.
Cultural Significance
In popular culture, 'KAPUT' is often used to convey a sense of finality or defeat, portraying something as beyond repair or salvage. It has been integrated into everyday language to describe a wide range of situations, from broken objects to failed plans.
Related Concepts
Similar concepts to 'KAPUT' include 'ruined,' 'demolished,' and 'defeated,' all conveying a sense of irreparable damage or failure.
See Also
An adjective describing something that is utterly finished, defeated, or destroyed, often used to indicate that it is unable to function or hopelessly outmoded.