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participation

par·ti·ci·pation

UK/pɑːˌtɪs.ɪˈpeɪ.ʃən/ US/pɑɹˌtɪs.ɪˈpeɪ.ʃən/ fairly common

noun

1.

the act of sharing in the activities of a group

  • “the teacher tried to increase his students”
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2.

the condition of sharing in common with others (as fellows or partners etc.)

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Origin

From Middle English participacioun, from Middle French [Term?], from Old French participacion, from Late Latin participatiō. By surface analysis, participate + -ion.

Phrases

  • neighbouring group participation
  • participation points
  • participation trophy

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