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leaving-associated

|leav-ing-as-so-ci-at-ed|

B2

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/ˈliːvɪŋ əˈsoʊʃiˌeɪtɪd/

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/ˈliːvɪŋ əˈsəʊʃiˌeɪtɪd/

(leave)

depart or allow to remain

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounNounVerbAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjective
leaveleaversleavesleftleftleavingleavesleftsleavesleftmostleavingleaved
Etymology
Etymology Information

'leave' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'lǣfan,' where 'lǣfan' meant 'to allow to remain.'

Historical Evolution

'lǣfan' transformed into the Middle English word 'leven,' and eventually became the modern English word 'leave.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to allow to remain,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to depart or go away.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

related to or associated with the act of leaving or departing.

The leaving-associated stress was evident in her demeanor.

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Last updated: 2025/06/29 00:11