reporting
|re-port-ing|
B2
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/rɪˈpɔrtɪŋ/
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/rɪˈpɔːtɪŋ/
(report)
account or inform
Etymology
Etymology Information
'report' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'reportare,' where 're-' meant 'back' and 'portare' meant 'to carry.'
Historical Evolution
'reportare' transformed into the Old French word 'reporter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'report' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to carry back information,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to present news or information.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of presenting news or information.
The reporting on the event was thorough and unbiased.
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Verb 1
present participle of 'report'.
She is reporting the news live from the scene.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39