incorporation
|in-cor-po-ra-tion|
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/ɪnˌkɔːrpəˈreɪʃən/
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/ɪnˌkɔːpəˈreɪʃən/
(incorporate)
integrate into a whole
Etymology
'incorporation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'incorporare,' where 'in-' meant 'into' and 'corporare' meant 'to form into a body.'
'incorporare' transformed into the Old French word 'incorporacion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'incorporation' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to form into a body,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'forming a legal corporation or including something as part of a whole.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of forming a legal corporation.
The incorporation of the company was completed last year.
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Noun 2
the inclusion of something as part of a whole.
The incorporation of new ideas is essential for innovation.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42