autobiography
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/ˌɔːtəˌbaɪˈɑːɡrəfi/
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/ˌɔːtəˌbaɪˈɒɡrəfi/
self-life writing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'autobiography' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'autos' meaning 'self', 'bios' meaning 'life', and 'graphein' meaning 'to write'.
Historical Evolution
'autobiography' changed from the Greek word 'autobiographia' and eventually became the modern English word 'autobiography'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'self-life writing', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a self-written account of the life of oneself.
She published her autobiography last year, detailing her journey from a small town to international fame.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35