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freedom-supporting

|free/dom/sup/port/ing|

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/ˈfriːdəm səˌpɔːrtɪŋ/

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/ˈfriːdəm səˌpɔːtɪŋ/

advocating freedom

Etymology
Etymology Information

'freedom-supporting' is a compound word formed from 'freedom' and 'supporting'. 'Freedom' originates from Old English 'frēodōm', meaning 'state of free will'. 'Supporting' comes from Latin 'supportare', meaning 'to carry or bring up'.

Historical Evolution

'Freedom' evolved from Old English 'frēodōm' to Middle English 'fredom', and 'supporting' evolved from Latin 'supportare' to Middle English 'supporten'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'freedom' meant 'state of free will', and 'supporting' meant 'to carry or bring up'. The compound 'freedom-supporting' now means advocating for freedom.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

advocating or promoting the concept of freedom.

The organization is known for its freedom-supporting policies.

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Last updated: 2025/02/07 03:37