vacating
|va-cat-ing|
B2
/ˈveɪkeɪtɪŋ/
(vacate)
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 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 a place or position.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'vacate'.
They are vacating the premises by the end of the month.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45