adulteration
|a/dul/ter/a/tion|
C1
/əˌdʌl.təˈreɪ.ʃən/
making impure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adulteration' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'adulteratio,' where 'adulterare' meant 'to corrupt or make impure.'
Historical Evolution
'adulteratio' transformed into the Old French word 'adulteracion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adulteration' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to corrupt or make impure,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of making something impure or inferior by adding foreign or inferior substances.
The adulteration of food products is a serious concern for health authorities.
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Last updated: 2025/05/14 05:21