stratification
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/ˌstrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
layering
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stratification' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'stratum,' where 'stratum' meant 'a layer or covering.'
Historical Evolution
'stratum' transformed into the French word 'stratification,' and eventually became the modern English word 'stratification' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a layer or covering,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'arrangement into layers or levels.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the arrangement or classification of something into different layers or levels.
The stratification of society can be seen in the division between the rich and the poor.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42