statesman
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/ˈsteɪtsmən/
respected political leader
Etymology
Etymology Information
'statesman' originates from the English word 'state' combined with 'man', where 'state' referred to a political entity and 'man' referred to a person.
Historical Evolution
'statesman' evolved from the Middle English term 'stateman', which referred to a man involved in state affairs.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a man involved in state affairs', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a skilled political leader'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a skilled, experienced, and respected political leader or figure.
He was regarded as a great statesman for his contributions to international diplomacy.
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Last updated: 2025/02/20 09:21