redress
|re/dress|
B2
/rɪˈdrɛs/
remedy or rectify
Etymology
Etymology Information
'redress' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'redrecier,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'drecier' meant 'to straighten.'
Historical Evolution
'redrecier' transformed into the Middle English word 'redressen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'redress.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to straighten again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to remedy or set right.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
remedy or compensation for a wrong or grievance.
The victims sought redress for the damages caused.
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Verb 1
to set right; to remedy or rectify.
The government promised to redress the injustices of the past.
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