asset
|as/set|
B2
/ˈæsɛt/
valuable resource
Etymology
Etymology Information
'asset' originates from the Old French word 'asetz', which meant 'enough'.
Historical Evolution
'asetz' transformed into the Middle English word 'assettes', eventually becoming the modern English word 'asset'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'enough', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a valuable thing'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a useful or valuable thing, person, or quality.
Her ability to speak multiple languages is a great asset to the company.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35