navigational
|nav/i/ga/tion/al|
B2
/ˌnævɪˈɡeɪʃənəl/
(navigate)
directing a course
Etymology
Etymology Information
'navigational' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'navigatio,' where 'navi-' meant 'ship' and '-gatio' meant 'act of sailing.'
Historical Evolution
'navigatio' transformed into the French word 'navigation,' and eventually became the modern English word 'navigation' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the act of sailing or directing a ship,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to navigation.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or used for navigation.
The navigational system in the car helped us find our way.
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Last updated: 2025/02/23 10:06