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couldn't
\ˈku̇-dənt, -dən, dial also ˈku̇-tən(t) or ˈku̇nt\
Definition of COULDN'T
: could not
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First Known Use of COULDN'T
1646
COULDN'T Defined for Kids
couldn't
\ˈku̇-dənt\
Definition of COULDN'T for Kids
: could not <I couldn't unlock the door.>
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