concessions
|con-ces-sions|
/kənˈsɛʃənz/
(concession)
yielding or granting
Etymology
'concession' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'concessio,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'cedere' meant 'to yield.'
'concessio' transformed into the Old French word 'concession,' and eventually became the modern English word 'concession' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to yield or grant something,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an act of yielding or granting something, often in response to demands.
The company made several concessions to the workers to avoid a strike.
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Noun 2
a right or privilege granted by a government or authority, often for commercial purposes.
The government granted a concession to the company to operate the mine.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41