mobilized
|mo-bil-ized|
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/ˈmoʊbəˌlaɪzd/
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/ˈməʊbɪˌlaɪzd/
(mobilize)
prepare for action
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mobilize' originates from the French word 'mobiliser', where 'mobile' meant 'movable'.
Historical Evolution
'mobiliser' transformed into the English word 'mobilize', and eventually became 'mobilized' in its past forms.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make movable', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to prepare and organize for active service'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'mobilize'.
The army was mobilized quickly in response to the threat.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45