单词 | pre-ordinate |
释义 | pre-ordinate/priːˈɔːdɪneɪt/ /prɪˈɔːdɪneɪt/(also preordinate) Now somewhat archaic verb [with object] To ordain or decide in advance, especially by divine will or fate; predetermine, predestine. OriginMid 16th century; earliest use found in Thomas Stapleton (1535–1598), Roman Catholic theologian. From post-classical Latin praeordinat-, past participial stem of praeordinare to order beforehand, to predestine (Vetus Latina, Vulgate) from classical Latin prae- + ordināre. |
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