appropriators
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/əˈproʊ.priˌeɪ.tɚz/
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/əˈprəʊ.priˌeɪ.təz/
(appropriator)
making or taking as one's own
Etymology
'appropriator' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'appropriare', where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'proprius' meant 'own'.
'appropriator' changed from Late Latin 'appropriāre' (and related Old French forms such as 'approprier') and eventually became the modern English word 'appropriator' through Middle English usage and formation.
Initially, it meant 'to make one's own' (or 'to claim as one's own'), but over time it evolved into its current senses of 'a person who takes something as their own' and also 'a person or body that sets aside or allocates funds/resources.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or group that takes something for their own use, often without permission; an usurper or taker.
The appropriators moved quickly to claim the abandoned property.
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Noun 2
a person or body that allocates or designates funds or resources (especially in governmental or organizational contexts).
As appropriators, the committee approved the funds for the new school.
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Last updated: 2025/09/27 18:52