The document
Example: The document reveals important facts about the ancient empire.
Definition
"The document" refers to a written or printed paper that provides official information or evidence, often used in historical contexts to reveal facts, records, or details about past events or civilizations.
Etymology
The term "the document" comes from the Latin word 'documentum,' meaning 'lesson' or 'example,' originally derived from 'docere,' which means 'to teach.' Did you know that early documents were often handwritten on parchment or papyrus, serving as vital records for governments and historians?
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"The document" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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