grading
|grad/ing|
B2
/ˈɡreɪdɪŋ/
(grade)
level or rank
Etymology
Etymology Information
'grading' originates from the Latin word 'gradus,' meaning 'step' or 'degree.'
Historical Evolution
'gradus' transformed into the Old French word 'grade,' and eventually became the modern English word 'grade,' from which 'grading' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a step or degree,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'evaluating or assessing.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of evaluating or assessing something, often in terms of quality or performance.
The grading of the exams took several days.
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Last updated: 2025/01/14 20:36