overregulation
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/ˌoʊvərˌrɛɡjəˈleɪʃən/
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/ˌəʊvəˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/
excessive control
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overregulation' originates from the prefix 'over-' meaning 'excessive' and the word 'regulation' from Latin 'regulare,' meaning 'to control or direct.'
Historical Evolution
'regulare' transformed into the Old French word 'reguler,' and eventually became the modern English word 'regulation.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to control or direct,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'excessive control or direction.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
excessive regulation, often resulting in inefficiency or stifling of innovation.
The company struggled to innovate due to overregulation in the industry.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45