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sanctioner

|sanc/tion/er|

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/ˈsæŋkʃənər/

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/ˈsæŋkʃənə/

(sanction)

approval or penalty

Base FormPluralPluralPresent3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounNounVerbVerbAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjectiveAdverb
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'sanctioner' originates from the Latin word 'sanctio,' where 'sanct-' meant 'to make sacred or inviolable.'

Historical Evolution

'sanctio' transformed into the Old French word 'sanction,' and eventually became the modern English word 'sanctioner.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to make sacred or inviolable,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'one who imposes sanctions or gives approval.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person or entity that imposes sanctions or gives approval.

The sanctioner decided to impose penalties on the company for its violations.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42