disqualifying
|dis-qual-i-fy-ing|
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/dɪsˈkwɑːləˌfaɪɪŋ/
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/dɪsˈkwɒlɪfaɪɪŋ/
(disqualify)
ineligible
Etymology
Etymology Information
'disqualify' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'disqualifien,' where 'dis-' meant 'not' and 'qualify' meant 'to make fit or competent.'
Historical Evolution
'disqualifien' transformed into the modern English word 'disqualify' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make unfit or incompetent,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to declare ineligible or unfit.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'disqualify'.
The athlete is disqualifying himself by breaking the rules.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45