multiparty
|mul-ti-par-ty|
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/ˌmʌltiˈpɑːrti/
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/ˌmʌltiˈpɑːti/
involving multiple parties
Etymology
Etymology Information
'multiparty' originates from English, combining 'multi-' meaning 'many' and 'party' referring to a political group.
Historical Evolution
'multiparty' has remained consistent in its form and meaning since its inception in the English language.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'involving many parties,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
involving or composed of several political parties.
The country held its first multiparty elections in decades.
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Last updated: 2025/02/26 23:22
