A evacuação
Example: A evacuação dos alunos foi rápida durante o incêndio.
Definition
"A evacuação" refers to the organized process of moving people from a dangerous place to safety, especially during emergencies such as fires or natural disasters. It ensures the quick and orderly removal of individuals to prevent harm or injury.
Etymology
The word "a evacuação" comes from the Latin 'evacuatio,' meaning 'emptying' or 'draining.' It entered Portuguese through Old French, reflecting the act of clearing out or removing people from a hazardous area. Did you know? The root 'evacu-' literally implies making a place empty.
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