transmittable
|trans/mit/ta/ble|
B2
/trænzˈmɪtəbl/
(transmit)
send across
Etymology
Etymology Information
'transmit' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'transmittere,' where 'trans-' meant 'across' and 'mittere' meant 'to send.'
Historical Evolution
'transmittere' transformed into the French word 'transmettre,' and eventually became the modern English word 'transmit' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to send across,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to pass on or convey.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being transmitted from one person or place to another.
The disease is highly transmittable through direct contact.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42