adaptions
|a-dap-tions|
B2
/əˈdæpʃənz/
(adaptation)
adjustment to fit
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adaptation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'adaptatio', where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'aptare' meant 'to fit'.
Historical Evolution
'adaptatio' transformed into the French word 'adaptation', and eventually became the modern English word 'adaptation' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to fit or adjust something', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the process of adapting or being adapted'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the plural form of 'adaptation', referring to multiple instances or types of adapting or being adapted.
The adaptions of the novel into movies were well-received.
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Last updated: 2025/05/03 10:51