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sanctioners

|sanc-tion-ers|

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/ˈsæŋkʃənərz/

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/ˈsæŋkʃənəz/

(sanctioner)

imposer of sanctions

Base Form
sanctioner
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' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

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

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

individuals or entities that impose sanctions.

The sanctioners decided to impose economic restrictions on the country.

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Last updated: 2025/03/10 16:25