deliberately-disclosed
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/dɪˈlɪbərətli dɪsˈkloʊzd/
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/dɪˈlɪbərətli dɪsˈkləʊzd/
(disclose)
revealing information
Etymology
Etymology Information
'disclose' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'desclore,' where 'des-' meant 'apart' and 'clore' meant 'to close.'
Historical Evolution
'desclore' transformed into the Middle English word 'disclosen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'disclose.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to open or uncover,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to make known or reveal.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
intentionally made known or revealed.
The company deliberately-disclosed the financial report to the public.
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Last updated: 2025/05/29 06:23