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amission

|a-mis-sion|

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/əˈmɪʃən/

sending away

Etymology
Etymology Information

'amission' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'amissio,' where 'a-' meant 'away' and 'missio' meant 'sending.'

Historical Evolution

'amissio' transformed into the Old French word 'amission,' and eventually became the modern English word 'amission.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'sending away,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'dismissal or expulsion.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the act of sending away or dismissing.

The amission of the envoy was unexpected.

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Last updated: 2025/07/17 04:21