allowability
|al-low-a-bil-i-ty|
C1
/əˌlaʊəˈbɪləti/
(allowable)
not permitted
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allowability' originates from the word 'allowable', which comes from the Old French word 'alouer', meaning 'to praise or approve'.
Historical Evolution
'alouer' transformed into the Middle English word 'allowen', and eventually became the modern English word 'allow'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to praise or approve', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to permit or accept'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being allowable.
The allowability of the expense was questioned by the auditor.
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Last updated: 2025/04/30 03:53