escorted
|es-cort-ed|
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/ɪˈskɔrtɪd/
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/ɪˈskɔːtɪd/
(escort)
accompany for protection
Etymology
Etymology Information
'escort' originates from Italian, specifically the word 'scorta', where 'scortare' meant 'to guide or guard'.
Historical Evolution
'scorta' transformed into the French word 'escorte', and eventually became the modern English word 'escort' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to guide or guard someone', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to accompany someone'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'escort'.
She was escorted to the event by her brother.
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Last updated: 2025/01/18 05:06