domesticity
|do-mes-tic-i-ty|
B2
/dəˌmɛˈstɪsɪti/
home life
Etymology
Etymology Information
'domesticity' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'domesticus,' where 'domus' meant 'house.'
Historical Evolution
'domesticus' transformed into the French word 'domestique,' and eventually became the modern English word 'domesticity' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to the home,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'home life or devotion to home duties.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45
