dismissing
|dis-miss-ing|
B2
/dɪsˈmɪsɪŋ/
(dismiss)
send away
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dismiss' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'dimittere,' where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'mittere' meant 'to send.'
Historical Evolution
'dimittere' transformed into the Old French word 'desmisser,' and eventually became the modern English word 'dismiss' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to send away,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to reject or disregard.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'dismiss'.
She is dismissing the idea as impractical.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41