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facilities

|fa/cil/i/ties|

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/fəˈsɪl.ə.tiz/

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/fəˈsɪl.ɪ.tiz/

(facility)

ease of use

Base FormPlural
facilityfacilities
Etymology
Etymology Information

'facility' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'facilitas,' where 'facilis' meant 'easy.'

Historical Evolution

'facilitas' transformed into the Old French word 'facilité,' and eventually became the modern English word 'facility' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'ease or easiness,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a place or service provided for a particular purpose.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

buildings, services, or equipment that are provided for a particular purpose.

The hotel offers excellent facilities for conferences.

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Noun 2

the ability to do something easily or well.

She has a facility for languages.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35