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administrator

|ad-min-is-tra-tor|

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/ədˈmɪnɪˌstreɪtər/

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/ədˈmɪnɪstreɪtə/

management role

Etymology
Etymology Information

'administrator' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'administrare,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'ministrare' meant 'to serve.'

Historical Evolution

'administrare' transformed into the Old French word 'administrateur,' and eventually became the modern English word 'administrator' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to serve or manage,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person responsible for running an organization.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person responsible for running a business, organization, etc.

The school administrator implemented new policies.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39