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talent-focused

|tal/ent-fo/cused|

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/ˈtælənt ˈfoʊkəst/

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/ˈtælənt ˈfəʊkəst/

emphasizing talent

Etymology
Etymology Information

'talent-focused' originates from the combination of 'talent,' which comes from the Latin word 'talenta,' meaning 'a sum of money or weight,' and 'focused,' derived from the Latin 'focus,' meaning 'hearth' or 'fireplace.'

Historical Evolution

'talent' evolved from the Latin 'talenta' to Middle English 'talente,' eventually becoming the modern English 'talent.' 'Focused' transformed from the Latin 'focus' to the modern English 'focused.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'talent' referred to a unit of weight or currency, but over time it evolved to mean 'natural aptitude or skill.' 'Focused' has largely retained its meaning of 'concentrated attention or effort.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

concentrated on or emphasizing the development and utilization of talent.

The company has a talent-focused approach to employee development.

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Last updated: 2025/01/13 22:51