🇫🇷French Source WordCode: FR

transgression

Pronunciation / Transliteration: trɑ̃ɡʁɛs.jɔ̃

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Transgression/trænˈɡrɛʃən/
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🇫🇷 Example Sentence in French:

"Sa transgression des règles a été punie."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    An act that goes against a law, rule, or code of conduct; an offense.

    "The company's transgression of environmental regulations led to heavy fines."
  2. 2

    The act of violating a boundary or limit.

    "Her transgression of personal space made him uncomfortable."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'transgression' originates from the Latin 'transgressio', which means 'a stepping across'. It evolved through Old French before entering Middle English, reflecting a shift from a physical crossing to a moral or legal violation.

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