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corporate-controlled

|cor/po/rate-con/trolled|

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/ˈkɔːrpərət kənˈtroʊld/

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/ˈkɔːpərət kənˈtrəʊld/

corporate influence

Etymology
Etymology Information

'corporate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'corporatus,' where 'corporare' meant 'to form into a body.' 'Controlled' comes from the Old French 'contreroller,' meaning 'to check or verify.'

Historical Evolution

'corporate' changed from the Latin word 'corporatus' and eventually became the modern English word 'corporate.' 'Controlled' evolved from the Old French 'contreroller' to the modern English 'controlled.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'corporate' meant 'formed into a body,' but over time it evolved to mean 'related to a corporation.' 'Controlled' has largely retained its original meaning of 'to check or verify.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

under the influence or control of a corporation.

The media outlet is corporate-controlled, affecting its editorial independence.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42