referable
|re-fer-a-ble|
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/rɪˈfɜːrəbl/
(refer)
direct attention
Etymology
Etymology Information
'referable' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'referre,' where 're-' meant 'back' and 'ferre' meant 'to carry.'
Historical Evolution
'referre' transformed into the Old French word 'referer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'refer' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to carry back or relate,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of being referred.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being referred or related to something.
The issue is referable to the committee for further discussion.
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Last updated: 2025/05/19 21:16