on-topic
|on/top/ic|
B2
/ɒn ˈtɒpɪk/
relevant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'on-topic' originates from the English phrase 'on' meaning 'concerning' and 'topic' meaning 'subject of discussion'.
Historical Evolution
The phrase 'on-topic' evolved from the combination of 'on' and 'topic' in English, maintaining its meaning of relevance to a subject.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'concerning the subject', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relevant to the subject being discussed or considered.
The discussion remained on-topic throughout the meeting.
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