bono
|bo/no|
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/ˈboʊnoʊ/
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/ˈbəʊnəʊ/
voluntary service
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bono' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'bonus', where 'bon-' meant 'good'.
Historical Evolution
'bonus' transformed into the English phrase 'pro bono', and eventually became a common term in legal and professional contexts.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'good', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'voluntary and unpaid professional work'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a Latin term meaning 'good' or 'well', often used in legal contexts as part of the phrase 'pro bono', which refers to professional work undertaken voluntarily and without payment.
The lawyer took the case pro bono to help the community.
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Last updated: 2025/01/23 06:51