freedom-supporting
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/ˈfriːdəm səˌpɔːrtɪŋ/
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/ˈfriːdəm səˌpɔːtɪŋ/
advocating freedom
Etymology
'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'.
'Freedom' evolved from Old English 'frēodōm' to Middle English 'fredom', and 'supporting' evolved from Latin 'supportare' to Middle English 'supporten'.
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