outsourced
|out-sourced|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈaʊtˌsɔrst/
🇬🇧
/ˈaʊtˌsɔːst/
(outsource)
external sourcing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'outsource' originates from the combination of 'out' and 'source', where 'out' implies 'external' and 'source' refers to 'origin or supply'.
Historical Evolution
'outsource' evolved from the practice of sourcing goods or services from outside the company, becoming a common business term in the late 20th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to obtain goods or services from an external source', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'outsource'.
The company outsourced its IT services to a third-party provider.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41