relinquishment
|re-lin-quish-ment|
B2
/rɪˈlɪŋkwɪʃmənt/
(relinquish)
giving up
Etymology
Etymology Information
'relinquish' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'relinquere,' where 're-' meant 'back' and 'linquere' meant 'to leave.'
Historical Evolution
'relinquere' transformed into the Old French word 'relinquir,' and eventually became the modern English word 'relinquish' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to leave behind,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to give up or let go of something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of giving up or letting go of something.
The relinquishment of his rights was a difficult decision.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35