posting
|post/ing|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈpoʊstɪŋ/
🇬🇧
/ˈpəʊstɪŋ/
(post)
support or send
Etymology
Etymology Information
'posting' originates from the Old English word 'post', which meant 'a position or station'.
Historical Evolution
'post' changed from the Old French word 'poste' and eventually became the modern English word 'post'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a position or station', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'publishing or displaying information'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an announcement or advertisement, especially on a website or bulletin board.
She read the job posting online.
Synonyms
Verb 1
present participle of 'post', meaning to publish or display a message or information.
He is posting updates on social media.
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Last updated: 2025/02/12 22:03