self-nominate
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/sɛlf ˈnɒmɪneɪt/
self-candidacy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-nominate' originates from the combination of 'self,' meaning 'oneself,' and 'nominate,' which comes from Latin 'nominare,' meaning 'to name.'
Historical Evolution
'nominate' changed from the Latin word 'nominare' and eventually became the modern English word 'nominate.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'nominate' meant 'to name or appoint,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to put oneself forward as a candidate for a position or honor.
She decided to self-nominate for the position of team leader.
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