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frequently-relocated

|fre-quent-ly-re-lo-cat-ed|

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/ˈfriːkwəntli ˈriːloʊˌkeɪtɪd/

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/ˈfriːkwəntli ˈriːləʊˌkeɪtɪd/

(relocate)

move to a new place

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Etymology
Etymology Information

'relocate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'relocare,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'locare' meant 'to place.'

Historical Evolution

'relocare' transformed into the French word 'relocater,' and eventually became the modern English word 'relocate' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to place again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to move to a new location.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

moved or transferred to a new location often or repeatedly.

The frequently-relocated family had to adapt to new schools and neighborhoods every few years.

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Last updated: 2025/05/19 00:10