dissemination
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/dɪˌsɛmɪˈneɪʃən/
(disseminate)
spreading widely
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dissemination' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'disseminatio,' where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'seminare' meant 'to sow.'
Historical Evolution
'disseminatio' transformed into the French word 'dissemination,' and eventually became the modern English word 'dissemination' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to sow seeds widely,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'spreading information widely.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of spreading something, especially information, widely.
The dissemination of information is crucial in a democracy.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41