knowledge-based
|knowl/edge-based|
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/ˈnɑːlɪdʒ beɪst/
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/ˈnɒlɪdʒ beɪst/
relying on knowledge
Etymology
'knowledge-based' originates from the combination of 'knowledge' and 'based', where 'knowledge' comes from Old English 'cnāwan' meaning 'to know', and 'based' comes from the word 'base', meaning 'foundation'.
'knowledge' evolved from Old English 'cnāwan', and 'based' from the word 'base', which has been used in English since the 14th century.
Initially, 'knowledge' meant 'to know', and 'based' meant 'foundation'. Together, they evolved to mean 'relying on knowledge'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or based on knowledge, especially in the context of a system or process that relies on the use of knowledge.
The company implemented a knowledge-based system to improve decision-making.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45