properties
|prop-er-ties|
B1
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/ˈprɑːpərtiz/
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/ˈprɒpətiz/
(property)
ownership or characteristic
Etymology
Etymology Information
'property' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'proprieté,' where 'proprius' meant 'one's own.'
Historical Evolution
'proprieté' transformed into the Middle English word 'proprete,' and eventually became the modern English word 'property.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'ownership or possession,' but over time it evolved to include 'attributes or qualities.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
attributes or qualities that something possesses.
The properties of water include its ability to dissolve many substances.
Synonyms
Noun 2
land or real estate owned by someone.
She owns several properties in the city.
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Last updated: 2025/05/01 10:08