ambits
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/ˈæmbɪts/
(ambit)
scope or extent
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ambit' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'ambitus', where 'ambi-' meant 'around' and '-tus' referred to a state or condition.
Historical Evolution
'ambitus' transformed into the Old French word 'ambit', and eventually became the modern English word 'ambit'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a going around', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'scope or extent'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the plural form of 'ambit', referring to the scope, extent, or bounds of something.
The ambits of the project were clearly defined.
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