onstage
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/ˈɑːnˌsteɪdʒ/
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/ˈɒnˌsteɪdʒ/
on the stage
Etymology
Etymology Information
'onstage' originates from the combination of 'on' and 'stage', where 'stage' meant 'a raised platform'.
Historical Evolution
'onstage' evolved from the Middle English word 'stage', which was derived from the Old French 'estage'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the physical platform, but over time it evolved to mean 'occurring on the stage'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
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