arbitrate
|ar-bi-trate|
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/ˈɑːrbɪˌtreɪt/
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/ˈɑːbɪˌtreɪt/
settle a dispute
Etymology
Etymology Information
'arbitrate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'arbitrari,' where 'arbitr-' meant 'to judge or consider.'
Historical Evolution
'arbitrari' transformed into the Old French word 'arbitrer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'arbitrate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to judge or consider,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to act as a judge in a dispute or settle differences between parties.
The committee was asked to arbitrate the dispute between the two companies.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42