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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

appropriating

/əˌprɪpɪˈeɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does appropriating mean?

verb

To take or use something that belongs to someone else, often without permission. To adapt or make something suitable for a particular purpose or audience.

Example

"The company was accused of appropriating the design without giving credit to the original creator."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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