freedom-enhancing
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/ˈfriːdəm ɪnˈhænsɪŋ/
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/ˈfriːdəm ɪnˈhɑːnsɪŋ/
promoting freedom
Etymology
Etymology Information
'freedom-enhancing' originates from the combination of 'freedom' and 'enhance', where 'freedom' means 'the state of being free' and 'enhance' means 'to increase or improve'.
Historical Evolution
'Freedom' and 'enhance' have been used in English since the Middle Ages, with 'freedom' deriving from Old English 'frēodōm' and 'enhance' from Old French 'enhauncer'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'enhance' meant 'to raise or elevate', but over time it evolved to mean 'to improve or augment'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
promoting or increasing the state of being free.
The new policy is freedom-enhancing for the citizens.
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Last updated: 2025/02/16 00:17