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rejector

|re-ject-or|

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/rɪˈdʒɛktər/

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/rɪˈdʒɛktə/

one who refuses

Etymology
Etymology Information

'rejector' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'rejector', where 're-' meant 'back' and 'jacere' meant 'to throw'.

Historical Evolution

'rejector' changed from the Latin word 'rejector' and eventually became the modern English word 'rejector'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'one who throws back', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'one who refuses or dismisses'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person or thing that rejects.

The rejector of the proposal stood firm in their decision.

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Last updated: 2025/01/23 12:55