Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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etymologizing | Yes | No | No | No |
explanation | Yes | No | No | No |
etymologizing (noun) | explanation (noun) |
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(historical linguistics) an explanation of the historical origins of a word or phrase | thought that makes something comprehensible |
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc. | |
the act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible |