exclusion
|ex-clu-sion|
/ɪkˈskluːʒən/
(exclude)
prevent entry or inclusion
Etymology
'exclusion' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'exclusio,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'claudere' meant 'to close.'
'exclusio' transformed into the Old French word 'exclusion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'exclusion' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to close out or shut out,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'preventing entry or participation.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of preventing someone or something from entering or being part of a group or activity.
The exclusion of certain groups from the meeting was controversial.
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Noun 2
a situation in which someone is not allowed to take part in an activity or to enter a place.
His exclusion from the team was unexpected.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35