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ejaculation

|e-jac-u-la-tion|

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/ɪˌdʒækjəˈleɪʃən/

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/ɪˌdʒækjʊˈleɪʃən/

sudden release

Etymology
Etymology Information

'ejaculation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'eiaculatio,' where 'e-' meant 'out' and 'iaculatio' meant 'a throwing.'

Historical Evolution

'eiaculatio' transformed into the French word 'éjaculation,' and eventually became the modern English word 'ejaculation' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a throwing out,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'sudden release' and 'verbal outburst.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the act of ejecting or suddenly releasing a substance, especially semen, from the body.

The doctor explained the process of ejaculation during the health class.

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Noun 2

a sudden verbal outburst or exclamation.

His ejaculation of surprise startled everyone in the room.

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Last updated: 2025/02/18 16:17