choice
|choice|
B1
/tʃɔɪs/
selection
Etymology
Etymology Information
'choice' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'chois', where 'chois' meant 'choice or decision'.
Historical Evolution
'chois' transformed into the Middle English word 'chois', and eventually became the modern English word 'choice'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'decision or selection', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an act of selecting or making a decision when faced with two or more possibilities.
She made a choice between the two dresses.
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Noun 2
the right or ability to choose.
You have a choice in the matter.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39