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employment-related

|em/ploy/ment-re/lat/ed|

B2

/ɪmˈplɔɪmənt rɪˈleɪtɪd/

connected to employment

Etymology
Etymology Information

'employment' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'employer,' where 'em-' meant 'in' and 'ployer' meant 'to fold.' 'Related' comes from Latin 'relatus,' meaning 'brought back.'

Historical Evolution

'employment' changed from the Old French word 'emploi' and eventually became the modern English word 'employment.' 'Related' evolved from Latin 'relatus' through Old French 'relater.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'employment' meant 'the act of employing,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the state of being employed.' 'Related' has maintained its meaning of 'connected or associated with.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

pertaining to or connected with employment.

The company offers various employment-related benefits.

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Last updated: 2025/01/20 02:07