go-ahead
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/ˈɡoʊ əˌhɛd/
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/ˈɡəʊ əˌhɛd/
permission to proceed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'go-ahead' originates from the English words 'go' and 'ahead', where 'go' meant 'to move' and 'ahead' meant 'in front'.
Historical Evolution
'go-ahead' evolved from the phrase 'go ahead' used in the 19th century to indicate moving forward or proceeding.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to move forward', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'permission to proceed'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
permission or approval to proceed with a project or action.
The manager gave the go-ahead to start the new project.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35