pre-licensing
|pre/licens/ing|
B2
/priːˈlaɪsənsɪŋ/
(pre-license)
before licensing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-licensing' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'license', which comes from Latin 'licentia', meaning 'freedom' or 'permission'.
Historical Evolution
'pre-licensing' evolved from the combination of 'pre-' and 'license', forming a term used in modern English to describe activities or requirements before obtaining a license.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any preparatory stage before obtaining permission, and it has retained this meaning in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the period or activities before obtaining a license.
The pre-licensing course is mandatory for all new drivers.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/26 03:25