abstersion
|ab-ster-sion|
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/æbˈstɜːrʒən/
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/æbˈstɜːʃən/
cleansing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abstersion' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'abstersio,' where 'ab-' meant 'away' and 'stergere' meant 'to wipe.'
Historical Evolution
'abstersio' transformed into the French word 'abstersion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'abstersion' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to wipe away,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'cleansing or washing away impurities.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of cleansing or washing away impurities.
The abstersion of the wound was necessary to prevent infection.
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Last updated: 2025/04/08 13:21