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coordinator

|co-or-di-na-tor|

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🇺🇸

/koʊˈɔrdəˌneɪtər/

🇬🇧

/kəʊˈɔːdɪneɪtə/

(coordinate)

arrange together

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Etymology
Etymology Information

'coordinator' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'coordinare,' where 'co-' meant 'together' and 'ordinare' meant 'to arrange.'

Historical Evolution

'coordinare' transformed into the French word 'coordonner,' and eventually became the modern English word 'coordinate' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to arrange together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who organizes.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who organizes people or groups so that they work together efficiently.

The event coordinator ensured everything ran smoothly.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40