self-advocacy
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B2
/sɛlf-ˈædvəkəsi/
representing oneself
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-advocacy' originates from the combination of 'self,' meaning 'one's own,' and 'advocacy,' which comes from Latin 'advocatia,' meaning 'pleading or support.'
Historical Evolution
'advocacy' changed from the Old French word 'avocacie' and eventually became the modern English word 'advocacy.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'advocacy' meant 'pleading on behalf of another,' but in the context of 'self-advocacy,' it evolved to mean 'pleading on one's own behalf.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the action of representing oneself or one's views or interests.
Self-advocacy is crucial for individuals with disabilities to ensure their needs are met.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42