salvage
|sal/vage|
B2
/ˈsælvɪdʒ/
capable of being saved
Etymology
Etymology Information
'salvage' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'salvage,' where 'sauvage' meant 'wild' or 'untamed.'
Historical Evolution
'salvage' changed from the Old French word 'salvage' and eventually became the modern English word 'salvage.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'wild' or 'untamed,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'saving from loss or destruction.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of saving a ship or its cargo from perils of the sea.
The salvage of the sunken ship was a challenging task.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42