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annotating

|an-no-tat-ing|

B2

/ˈænəˌteɪtɪŋ/

(annotate)

adding notes

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Etymology
Etymology Information

'annotate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'annotatus', where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'notare' meant 'to mark'.

Historical Evolution

'annotatus' transformed into the French word 'annoter', and eventually became the modern English word 'annotate' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to mark or note', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to add explanatory notes'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

present participle of 'annotate'.

She is annotating the text for clarity.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45