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contextualizing

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/kənˈtɛkstʃuəˌlaɪzɪŋ/

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/kənˈtɛkstjʊəˌlaɪzɪŋ/

(contextualize)

place in context

Base Form	3rd Person Sing.	Past	Past Participle	Present Participle
contextualize	contextualizes	contextualized	contextualized	contextualizing

Etymology

Etymology Information

'contextualize' originates from the Latin word 'contextus,' meaning 'to weave together.'

Historical Evolution

'contextus' transformed into the English word 'context,' and eventually led to the formation of 'contextualize' in modern English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to weave together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'placing in context.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to place (a word, event, etc.) in a particular context to enhance understanding.

By contextualizing the historical events, students can better understand their significance.

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Last updated: 2025/04/17 00:34