unseat
|un/seat|
B2
/ʌnˈsiːt/
remove from position
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unseat' originates from Middle English, combining the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' or 'opposite of' with 'seat', meaning 'to place in a seat'.
Historical Evolution
'unseat' evolved from the Middle English word 'unseaten', which meant 'to remove from a seat'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to remove from a seat', but over time it evolved to include removing someone from a position of power.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to remove someone from a position of power or authority.
The opposition party managed to unseat the ruling government.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45