ambassy
|am-bas-sy|
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/ˈæmbəsi/
(embassy)
diplomatic mission
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ambassy' originates from the Old French word 'ambassade', which meant 'a mission or delegation'.
Historical Evolution
'ambassade' transformed into the Middle English word 'ambassie', and eventually became the modern English word 'embassy'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a mission or delegation', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a diplomatic mission or the official residence of an ambassador'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an obsolete form of the word 'embassy', referring to a diplomatic mission or the official residence of an ambassador.
The ambassy was located in the heart of the city.
Synonyms
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