exporting
|ex-port-ing|
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/ɪkˈspɔrtɪŋ/
🇬🇧
/ɪkˈspɔːtɪŋ/
(export)
sending goods abroad
Etymology
Etymology Information
'export' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'exportare,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'portare' meant 'to carry.'
Historical Evolution
'exportare' transformed into the French word 'exporter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'export' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to carry out,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'sending goods to another country for sale.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'export'.
The company is exporting goods to several countries.
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Last updated: 2025/02/11 22:36