liberty-seeking
|lib-er-ty-seek-ing|
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/ˈlɪbərti ˌsiːkɪŋ/
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/ˈlɪbəti ˌsiːkɪŋ/
pursuing freedom
Etymology
Etymology Information
'liberty-seeking' originates from the combination of 'liberty' and 'seeking', where 'liberty' meant 'freedom' and 'seeking' meant 'pursuing'.
Historical Evolution
'liberty' comes from the Latin word 'libertas', and 'seek' comes from the Old English 'sēcan'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pursuing freedom', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
actively pursuing or desiring freedom or independence.
The liberty-seeking individuals fought for their rights.
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Last updated: 2025/02/19 02:44