tangibility
|tan-gi-bil-i-ty|
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/ˌtæn.dʒəˈbɪl.ə.ti/
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/ˌtæn.dʒəˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/
(tangible)
capable of being touched
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tangibility' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'tangibilis,' where 'tangere' meant 'to touch.'
Historical Evolution
'tangibilis' transformed into the French word 'tangible,' and eventually became the modern English word 'tangible' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'capable of being touched,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the quality of being tangible.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being tangible; perceptible by touch.
The tangibility of the product made it more appealing to customers.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42