communiqué
|com-mu-ni-qué|
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/kəˌmjuː.nɪˈkeɪ/
official statement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'communiqué' originates from French, specifically the word 'communiquer,' where 'communiquer' meant 'to communicate.'
Historical Evolution
'communiquer' transformed into the French word 'communiqué,' and eventually became the modern English word 'communiqué.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to communicate or make known,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an official announcement or statement.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an official announcement or statement, especially one made to the media.
The government issued a communiqué regarding the new policy.
Synonyms
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