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actuaryship

|ac-tu-ar-y-ship|

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/ˈæk.tʃu.er.iˌʃɪp/

(actuary)

risk management professional

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actuaryactuariesactuaryships
Etymology
Etymology Information

'actuaryship' originates from the word 'actuary,' which comes from the Latin word 'actuarius,' meaning 'account keeper.'

Historical Evolution

'actuarius' transformed into the English word 'actuary,' and eventually the suffix '-ship' was added to denote the position or role.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'account keeper,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the position or role of an actuary.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the position or role of an actuary.

He was promoted to the actuaryship after years of dedicated service.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/05/01 18:06