vacate
|va-cate|
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/ˈveɪkeɪt/
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/vəˈkeɪt/
leave or annul
Etymology
Etymology Information
'vacate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'vacare,' where 'vac-' meant 'to be empty or free.'
Historical Evolution
'vacare' transformed into the Old French word 'vacuer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'vacate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to be empty or free,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to leave or annul.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to leave a place that one previously occupied.
The tenants were asked to vacate the apartment by the end of the month.
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Verb 2
to annul or make void; to cancel.
The court decided to vacate the previous ruling.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35