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amenders

|a-mend-ers|

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/əˈmɛndərz/

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/əˈmɛndəz/

(amender)

one who corrects

Base FormPlural
amenderamenders
Etymology
Etymology Information

'amender' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'amender,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'mender' meant 'to correct or improve.'

Historical Evolution

'amender' changed from the Old French word 'amender' and eventually became the modern English word 'amender.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to correct or improve,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

individuals or entities that make changes or improvements to something, especially a document or piece of legislation.

The committee of amenders worked tirelessly to improve the bill.

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Last updated: 2025/07/12 18:21