disclosing
|dis/clos/ing|
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/dɪsˈkloʊzɪŋ/
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/dɪsˈkləʊzɪŋ/
(disclose)
revealing information
Etymology
Etymology Information
'disclose' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'disclosen,' where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'close' meant 'shut.'
Historical Evolution
'disclosen' transformed into the modern English word 'disclose' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to open or uncover,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to reveal or make known.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'disclose'.
She is disclosing the details of the project.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35