weather-disrupting
|weath-er-dis-rupt-ing|
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/ˈwɛðər dɪsˈrʌptɪŋ/
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/ˈwɛðə dɪsˈrʌptɪŋ/
(disrupt)
interruption
Etymology
Etymology Information
'disrupt' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'disrumpere,' where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'rumpere' meant 'to break.'
Historical Evolution
'disrumpere' transformed into the French word 'disrupter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'disrupt' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to break apart,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to cause disorder or turmoil.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
causing interruptions or disturbances in weather patterns.
The weather-disrupting storm caused flights to be delayed.
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Last updated: 2025/03/08 15:06