Definition of vacate

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bỏ trống

/vəˈkeɪt//ˈveɪkeɪt/

The word "vacate" originated in Middle English circa the 14th century, derived from the Old French word "vacier" meaning "to empty, to make empty." This expression came from the Latin word "vacāre," which had a similar meaning and root in the Proto-Indo-European word "wedh-" meaning "to abandon." In medieval times, "vacate" primarily referred to the act of abandoning a position, such as a seat in parliament or an office in a monastic order, leaving it empty or "vacant." Over time, the meaning of "vacate" expanded to include the evacuation or emptying of a space or place, as well as the act of issuing a formal withdrawal, such as vacating a claim or legal rights. Today, the word "vacate" continues to be used in its original sense of emptying or rendering something devoid, as well as in its broader meaning of giving up or removing oneself from a specific situation or position. Its broad utility and historical development demonstrate the rich linguistic heritage of the English language and the evolution of meaning in time.

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to leave a building, seat, etc., especially so that somebody else can use it

rời khỏi một tòa nhà, chỗ ngồi, vv, đặc biệt là để người khác có thể sử dụng nó

Example:
  • Guests are requested to vacate their rooms by noon on the day of departure.

    Du khách được yêu cầu rời khỏi phòng trước buổi trưa của ngày khởi hành.

  • He sat down in the seat Steve had just vacated.

    Anh ngồi xuống chiếc ghế Steve vừa bỏ trống.

to leave a job, position of authority, etc. so that it is available for somebody else

rời bỏ một công việc, vị trí quyền lực, vv để nó có sẵn cho người khác

Example:
  • She has taken over the role vacated by her boss.

    Cô đã đảm nhận vai trò mà sếp của cô đã bỏ trống.

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