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implements

|im-ple-ments|

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/ˈɪmpləmənts/

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/ˈɪmplɪmənts/

(implement)

putting into effect

Base FormPluralPresent3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounNounNounAdjectiveAdjective
implementimplementsimplementingimplementsimplementedimplementedimplementingimplementationsimplementationimplementersimplementedimplementable
Etymology
Etymology Information

'implement' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'implēmentum,' where 'implēre' meant 'to fill up.'

Historical Evolution

'implēmentum' transformed into the Old French word 'emplement,' and eventually became the modern English word 'implement' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to fill up or supply,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to put into effect or use.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

tools or instruments used for a particular purpose.

Farmers use various implements to cultivate the land.

Synonyms

Verb 1

to put into effect or action.

The company plans to implement new policies next year.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41