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aberrance

|ab-er-rance|

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/ˈæbərəns/

deviation from the norm

Etymology
Etymology Information

'aberrance' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aberrantia,' where 'ab-' meant 'away from' and 'errare' meant 'to wander.'

Historical Evolution

'aberrantia' transformed into the French word 'aberrance,' and eventually became the modern English word 'aberrance' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to wander away from,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'deviation from the normal or typical.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a deviation from the normal or typical.

The scientist noted the aberrance in the data.

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Last updated: 2025/04/01 00:51