accreditation
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/əˌkrɛdəˈteɪʃən/
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/əˌkrɛdɪˈteɪʃən/
official recognition
Etymology
'accreditation' originates from the Latin word 'accreditare', where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'creditare' meant 'to entrust'.
'accreditare' transformed into the French word 'accréditer', and eventually became the modern English word 'accreditation' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to entrust or give credit to someone', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'official recognition or certification'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of officially recognizing someone as having a particular status or being qualified to perform a particular activity.
The university received accreditation from the national board.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45