relegation
|rel-e-ga-tion|
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/ˌrɛlɪˈɡeɪʃən/
(relegate)
assign to a lower rank
Etymology
Etymology Information
'relegation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'relegatio', where 're-' meant 'back' and 'legare' meant 'to send'.
Historical Evolution
'relegatio' transformed into the Old French word 'relegacion', and eventually became the modern English word 'relegation'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to send away or exile', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'assigning to a lower rank'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of assigning someone or something to a lower rank or position.
The team's poor performance led to their relegation to a lower league.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41