sabotaging
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/ˈsæbəˌtɑːʒɪŋ/
(sabotage)
deliberate destruction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sabotage' originates from French, specifically the word 'sabot,' where 'sabot' meant 'wooden shoe.'
Historical Evolution
'sabot' transformed into the French word 'sabotage,' and eventually became the modern English word 'sabotage' through borrowing.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to damage by tramping with wooden shoes,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'deliberate destruction or obstruction.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
the act of deliberately destroying, damaging, or obstructing something, especially for political or military advantage.
The workers were accused of sabotaging the factory equipment.
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Last updated: 2025/02/27 06:21