Obtaining: meaning, definitions and examples
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obtaining
[ ΙbΛteΙͺnΙͺΕ ]
Word origin
The word 'obtain' originated from the Latin word 'obtinere', which means 'to hold, keep, or maintain'. Over time, it evolved to mean 'to get or acquire'. The term has been used in English since the 15th century, primarily in legal and formal contexts.
See also: obtain, obtainable, obtained, unobtainable, unobtainably, unobtained.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #2,762, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.
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