announce
|an-nounce|
B1
/əˈnaʊns/
public declaration
Etymology
Etymology Information
'announce' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'annuntiare,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'nuntiare' meant 'report.'
Historical Evolution
'annuntiare' transformed into the Old French word 'anoncer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'announce' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to report or bring news,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to make a public or formal declaration about something.
The company announced its new product line.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35