aberrator
|ab-er-ra-tor|
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/ˈæbəˌreɪtər/
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/ˈæbəˌreɪtə/
deviator
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aberrator' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aberrātor', where 'ab-' meant 'away from' and 'errāre' meant 'to wander'.
Historical Evolution
'aberrātor' transformed into the English word 'aberrator' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who wanders away', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'one who deviates from the norm'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an individual or thing that deviates from the normal or expected course.
The scientist was considered an aberrator for his unconventional theories.
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Last updated: 2025/04/01 04:06