modifying
|mod-i-fy-ing|
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/ˈmɑːdəˌfaɪɪŋ/
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/ˈmɒdɪˌfaɪɪŋ/
(modify)
capable of change
Etymology
Etymology Information
'modify' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'modificare,' where 'modus' meant 'measure' and 'facere' meant 'to make.'
Historical Evolution
'modificare' transformed into the French word 'modifier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'modify' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make a measure,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to change or alter something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'modify'.
She is modifying the design to make it more efficient.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41