abonnement
|a-bon-ne-ment|
B2
/əˈbɒnəmənt/
subscription
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abonnement' originates from French, specifically the word 'abonner,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'bonner' meant 'to promise or engage.'
Historical Evolution
'abonner' transformed into the French word 'abonnement,' and eventually became the modern English word 'abonnement' through borrowing.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to promise or engage in a service,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'subscription or membership.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a subscription or membership, typically for a service or publication.
I renewed my abonnement to the magazine for another year.
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Last updated: 2025/04/04 18:36