sale
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A2
/seɪl/
exchange for money
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sale' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'sala,' where 'sala' meant 'sale or giving up.'
Historical Evolution
'sala' changed from Old Norse word 'sala' and eventually became the modern English word 'sale'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'giving up or selling,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'exchange for money.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the exchange of a commodity for money; the action of selling something.
The sale of the house was finalized last week.
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