maze
UK: meɪz | US: meɪz
n. a complex network of paths or passages designed to confuse or challenge those navigating it
n. a state of confusion or perplexity
vt. to bewilder or perplex someone
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The word "maze" traces back to Middle English mase, meaning "delusion" or "confusion," reflecting its association with disorientation. It likely evolved from Old English āmasian ("to confuse"), though its exact Germanic roots are debated. The modern sense of a physical labyrinth emerged in the 14th century, metaphorically extending the idea of mental confusion to a tangible, twisting structure.
The hedge maze at the palace took visitors an hour to solve.
She felt lost in a maze of paperwork after starting the new job.
The detective was mazed by the contradictory evidence.
Ancient myths often feature mazes to test heroes' wit.
His explanation only added to the maze of misunderstandings.