last-mentioned
|last-men-tioned|
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/læst ˈmɛnʃənd/
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/lɑːst ˈmɛnʃənd/
(mention)
brief reference
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mention' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'mentio,' where 'ment-' meant 'to think or remind.'
Historical Evolution
'mentio' transformed into the Old French word 'mention,' and eventually became the modern English word 'mention' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bring to mind or remind,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to refer to or speak of.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to the most recently mentioned item or person in a list or conversation.
In the list of candidates, John was the last-mentioned.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41