disconnections
|dis/con/nec/tions|
B2
/ˌdɪskəˈnɛkʃənz/
(disconnection)
separation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'disconnection' originates from the Latin word 'dis-' meaning 'apart' and 'connectere' meaning 'to bind together'.
Historical Evolution
'disconnection' changed from the Old French word 'desconection' and eventually became the modern English word 'disconnection'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to separate or detach', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the act of disconnecting'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act or process of disconnecting or being disconnected.
The frequent disconnections were frustrating during the video call.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41