affair
|af-fair|
B2
🇺🇸
/əˈfɛr/
🇬🇧
/əˈfeə/
matters of concern
Etymology
Etymology Information
'affair' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'afaire,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'faire' meant 'do or make.'
Historical Evolution
'afaire' transformed into the Middle English word 'affere,' and eventually became the modern English word 'affair.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to do or make something,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'matter' or 'relationship.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a matter or situation that is being dealt with or considered.
The committee is handling the affair with utmost care.
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Noun 2
a romantic or sexual relationship, especially a secret one.
They had an affair that lasted several months.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39