non-state
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/nɑn steɪt/
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/nɒn steɪt/
independent of state control
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-state' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'state' referring to a political entity or government.
Historical Evolution
The term 'non-state' has been used in modern English to describe entities or actors that operate independently of government control.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not related to a state,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not related to or controlled by a government or state.
Non-state actors can play a significant role in international relations.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42