adjutantship
|ad-ju-tant-ship|
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/ˈædʒətəntˌʃɪp/
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/ˈædʒʊtəntˌʃɪp/
position of an adjutant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adjutantship' originates from the Latin word 'adiutare,' meaning 'to help or assist.'
Historical Evolution
'adiutare' transformed into the French word 'adjutant,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adjutantship' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to assist or help,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the position of an adjutant.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the position or office of an adjutant, typically in a military context.
He was promoted to adjutantship after years of dedicated service.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/09 20:06