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situ

|si-tu|

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/ˈsiːtuː/

original position

Etymology
Etymology Information

'situ' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'situs', where 'situs' meant 'site' or 'position'.

Historical Evolution

'situs' transformed into the English term 'situ', often used in the phrase 'in situ'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'site' or 'position', but over time it evolved into its current usage in phrases like 'in situ'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a situation or position, often used in the context of 'in situ', meaning in its original place or position.

The fossils were found in situ, providing valuable context for researchers.

Synonyms

positionlocation

Antonyms

displaced

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Idioms

in situ

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42