liaise
|li-aise|
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/liˈeɪz/
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/liːˈeɪz/
communicating
Etymology
'liaise' originates from French, specifically the noun 'liaison', where 'lier' meant 'to bind' or 'to tie'.
'liaison' (French) and the verb 'lier' (Old French) come from Latin 'ligare' meaning 'to bind'; English adopted the verb form 'liaise' in modern usage based on French 'liaison'.
Initially related to the idea of 'binding' or 'linking', it evolved into the modern sense of 'serving as a link or coordinating between parties'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to establish or maintain a working relationship for cooperation or coordination between people or organizations.
I will liaise with the contractors to schedule the repairs.
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Verb 2
to act as an intermediary or point of contact, passing information between two or more parties.
She liaised between the CEO and the staff during the merger.
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Last updated: 2026/01/11 09:37