actuation
|ac-tu-a-tion|
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/ˌæk.tʃuˈeɪ.ʃən/
(actuate)
activate or motivate
Etymology
Etymology Information
'actuation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'actuare,' where 'actu-' meant 'to drive or move.'
Historical Evolution
'actuare' transformed into the French word 'actuer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'actuate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to drive or move something,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the action or process of making something operate or move.
The actuation of the machine was smooth and efficient.
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Last updated: 2025/05/01 19:21