accidentally-exposed
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/ˌæksɪˈdɛntəli ɪkˈspoʊzd/
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/ˌæksɪˈdɛntəli ɪkˈspəʊzd/
(expose)
revealing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'expose' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'exponere,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'ponere' meant 'to place.'
Historical Evolution
'exponere' transformed into the Old French word 'exposer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'expose' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to place out,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to reveal or uncover.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
unintentionally revealed or uncovered.
The confidential documents were accidentally-exposed during the presentation.
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Last updated: 2025/06/12 08:24