preordination
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/ˌpriːˌɔːrdɪˈneɪʃən/
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/ˌpriːˌɔːdɪˈneɪʃən/
advance determination
Etymology
Etymology Information
'preordination' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'praeordinatio', where 'prae-' meant 'before' and 'ordinatio' meant 'arrangement'.
Historical Evolution
'praeordinatio' transformed into the Old French word 'preordination', and eventually became the modern English word 'preordination'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'arrangement before', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'determining in advance'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of determining or ordaining something in advance.
The preordination of events is a concept often discussed in philosophy.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42