decentralizing
|de-cent-ral-iz-ing|
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/diːˈsɛntrəˌlaɪzɪŋ/
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/diːˈsɛntrəlaɪzɪŋ/
(decentralize)
distribution of power
Etymology
Etymology Information
'decentralize' originates from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'away from' and 'centralize' from 'central,' which is derived from Latin 'centrum' meaning 'center.'
Historical Evolution
'decentralize' evolved from the French word 'décentraliser,' which was adopted into English in the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to move away from a central point,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'distributing authority or functions away from a central location.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'decentralize'.
The company is decentralizing its operations to improve efficiency.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45