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10 Language-to-English DictionariesPutabout
/ˈpʌt.ə.baʊt/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A person who is frequently moved or shifted from one place to another, often in a social or organizational context.
"In the office, she was known as a putabout, always helping out wherever needed." - 2
An individual who is adaptable and versatile, often taking on various roles or tasks.
"His reputation as a putabout made him invaluable during the busy season."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'putabout' originates from the early 20th century in British English, combining 'put' and 'about' to describe a person who is often moved or shifted around, particularly in a social context. It reflects the evolving nature of social interactions and the transient roles individuals may play in various settings.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Putabout" is said worldwide
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Personne polyvalente
Transliteration: pɛʁ.sɔnn pɔl.vɑ̃t
"Dans l'entreprise, elle est connue comme une personne polyvalente."
Alleskönner
Transliteration: ˈaləsˌkœnɐ
"Er ist ein Alleskönner und hilft überall im Büro."
Persona versatile
Transliteration: perˈso.na verˈsa.ti.le
"In ufficio, è conosciuta come una persona versatile."
Persona versátil
Transliteration: peɾˈsona beɾˈsatil
"En la oficina, es conocida como una persona versátil."
Pessoa versátil
Transliteration: peˈsoɐ veʁˈsa.tʃiw
"No escritório, ela é conhecida como uma pessoa versátil."
बहु-कार्यकर्ता
Transliteration: bahu-kāryakarta
"कार्यालय में, वह एक बहु-कार्यकर्ता के रूप में जानी जाती है।"
多面手
Transliteration: duō miàn shǒu
"在办公室，她被称为多面手。"
다재다능한 사람
Transliteration: daje-daneunghan saram
"사무실에서 그녀는 다재다능한 사람으로 알려져 있다."
多才な人
Transliteration: tasai na hito
"オフィスでは、彼女は多才な人として知られています。"
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