non-expert
|non/ex/pert|
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/nɑn-ˈɛk.spɚt/
🇬🇧
/nɒn-ˈɛk.spɜːt/
(expert)
specialized knowledge
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-expert' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'expert', which comes from Latin 'expertus', meaning 'experienced'.
Historical Evolution
'expertus' transformed into the Old French word 'expert', and eventually became the modern English word 'expert'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'expert' meant 'experienced', but over time it evolved to mean someone with specialized knowledge or skills.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who does not have specialized knowledge or skills in a particular area.
The project was reviewed by a non-expert to ensure clarity.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39