corporate-led
|cor-po-rate-led|
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/ˈkɔːrpərət lɛd/
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/ˈkɔːpərət lɛd/
corporation-driven
Etymology
Etymology Information
'corporate-led' originates from the word 'corporate,' which comes from Latin 'corporatus,' meaning 'formed into a body,' and 'led,' from Old English 'lædan,' meaning 'to guide or direct.'
Historical Evolution
'corporate' evolved from the Latin 'corporatus' through Old French 'corporatif,' and 'led' from Old English 'lædan' to modern English 'lead.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'corporate' meant 'formed into a body,' and 'led' meant 'to guide.' Together, they now imply 'guided by corporations.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
driven or controlled by corporations.
The new policy is corporate-led, focusing on maximizing profits.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45