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conduit

|con/duit|

B2

🇺🇸

/ˈkɑːn.duː.ɪt/

🇬🇧

/ˈkɒn.djuː.ɪt/

channel for transmission

Etymology
Etymology Information

'conduit' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'conduit,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'duire' meant 'to lead.'

Historical Evolution

'conduit' changed from the Old French word 'conduit' and eventually became the modern English word 'conduit.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a channel for water,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a means of transmission.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a channel or pipe for conveying water or other fluid.

The water flowed through the conduit to the fields.

Synonyms

Noun 2

a means of transmitting or distributing.

The internet serves as a conduit for information.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35