embarked
|em-barked|
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/ɪmˈbɑrk(t)/
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/ɪmˈbɑːk(t)/
(embark)
begin a journey
Etymology
Etymology Information
'embark' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'embarquer,' where 'em-' meant 'in' and 'barque' meant 'ship.'
Historical Evolution
'embarquer' transformed into the English word 'embark' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to go on board a ship,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to begin a journey or project.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'embark'.
They embarked on a journey to the mountains.
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Last updated: 2025/03/08 06:51