acknowledgments
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/əkˈnɑːlɪdʒmənts/
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/əkˈnɒlɪdʒmənts/
(acknowledgment)
recognition or admission
Etymology
'acknowledgment' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'aknowlechen,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'knowlechen' meant 'to recognize or admit.'
'aknowlechen' transformed into the modern English word 'acknowledgment' through the influence of the prefix 'ac-' and the suffix '-ment.'
Initially, it meant 'to recognize or admit,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'expressing gratitude or recognition.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an expression of gratitude or recognition for something received or done.
The book includes acknowledgments to all the people who helped in its creation.
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Noun 2
a section in a book where the author expresses gratitude to those who contributed to the work.
In the acknowledgments, the author thanked her family and friends for their support.
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