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etymology

noun

/ˌɛtɪˈmɒlədʒi/

Meaning

The study of the origin of words and how their meanings and forms have evolved.

The etymology of the word 'salary' comes from the Latin word for salt.

word history, derivation, origin, linguistics

semantics, usage

etymology of a word, study etymology, linguistic etymology, word etymology

a person who deliberately delays or prevents progress by being uncooperative or oppositional

The action of delaying or postponing something important.

A period of ten years.

Great skill or expertise in a subject or activity

Uncertainty, vagueness, unclear meaning.

Difficult tasks or situations that test someone's abilities or resources.