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locally-sanctioned

|lo-cal-ly-sanctioned|

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/ˈloʊ.kə.li ˈsæŋk.ʃənd/

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/ˈləʊ.kə.li ˈsæŋk.ʃənd/

(sanction)

approval or penalty

Base FormPluralPluralPresent3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounNounVerbVerbAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjectiveAdverb
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'sanction' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'sanctio,' where 'sanct-' meant 'to make sacred or inviolable.'

Historical Evolution

'sanctio' transformed into the Old French word 'sanction,' and eventually became the modern English word 'sanction' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a decree or law,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'approval or authorization.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

approved or authorized by local authorities or within a local context.

The event was locally-sanctioned, ensuring it met all community guidelines.

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Last updated: 2025/05/10 06:26