exempt
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B2
/ɪɡˈzɛmpt/
freedom from obligation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'exempt' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'exemptus,' where 'ex-' meant 'out of' and 'emere' meant 'to take.'
Historical Evolution
'exemptus' transformed into the Old French word 'exempter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'exempt' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to take out or remove,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'free from an obligation.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to free someone from an obligation or liability imposed on others.
The charity was exempted from paying taxes.
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