adjustores
|ad-just-ores|
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/əˈdʒʌstərz/
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/əˈdʒʌstəz/
(adjustor)
adjusting agent
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adjustor' originates from the Latin word 'adjuxtare', where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'juxtare' meant 'to bring together'.
Historical Evolution
'adjuxtare' transformed into the Old French word 'ajuster', and eventually became the modern English word 'adjustor' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bring together or arrange', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'one who adjusts or settles'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'adjustor', referring to individuals who assess and settle insurance claims.
The adjustores were called in to evaluate the damage after the storm.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/09 17:51