divorces
|di-vor-ces|
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/dɪˈvɔrsɪz/
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/dɪˈvɔːsɪz/
(divorce)
separation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'divorce' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'divortium,' where 'di-' meant 'apart' and 'vertere' meant 'to turn.'
Historical Evolution
'divortium' transformed into the Old French word 'divorce,' and eventually became the modern English word 'divorce' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to turn apart,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'legal dissolution of marriage.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the legal dissolution of a marriage by a court or other competent body.
Their divorce was finalized last year.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45