purification
|pu-ri-fi-ca-tion|
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/ˌpjʊrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
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/ˌpjʊərɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
(purify)
make pure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'purification' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'purificatio', where 'purus' meant 'pure' and 'facere' meant 'to make'.
Historical Evolution
'purificatio' transformed into the Old French word 'purificacion', and eventually became the modern English word 'purification'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the act of making pure', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of making something pure by removing contaminants.
The purification of water is essential for safe drinking.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41