allocutive
|al-lo-cu-tive|
C2
/əˈlɒkjʊtɪv/
form of address
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allocutive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'allocutivus,' where 'allo-' meant 'to' and 'loqui' meant 'to speak.'
Historical Evolution
'allocutivus' transformed into the French word 'allocutif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'allocutive.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to speech or address,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or denoting a form of address that varies according to the social relationship between the speaker and the listener.
In some languages, allocutive forms are used to show respect.
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Last updated: 2025/06/27 20:36