in-person
|in/per/son|
B2
🇺🇸
/ɪn ˈpɜrsən/
🇬🇧
/ɪn ˈpɜːsən/
face-to-face interaction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'in-person' originates from the English words 'in' and 'person', where 'in' meant 'inside' and 'person' referred to an individual.
Historical Evolution
'in-person' evolved from the phrase 'in person', which has been used in English since the 14th century to denote physical presence.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'physically present', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to an event or activity that is conducted face-to-face, rather than online or remotely.
The meeting will be held in-person at the office.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45