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articulated

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B2

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/ɑːrˈtɪkjəˌleɪtɪd/

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/ɑːˈtɪkjʊˌleɪtɪd/

(articulate)

clear expression

Base FormPluralPresent3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleComparativeSuperlativeNounNounNounNounAdjectiveAdverbAdverb
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'articulate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'articulatus,' where 'articulus' meant 'small joint.'

Historical Evolution

'articulatus' transformed into the Old French word 'articuler,' and eventually became the modern English word 'articulate.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to divide into joints,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'expressing clearly.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

past tense or past participle form of 'articulate'.

She articulated her thoughts clearly during the meeting.

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Adjective 1

having joints or segments; connected by joints.

The articulated bus can bend in the middle to navigate tight corners.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39