advancement

noun

ad·​vance·​ment əd-ˈvan(t)-smənt How to pronounce advancement (audio)
plural advancements
1
: the action of advancing : the state of being advanced:
a
: promotion or elevation to a higher rank or position
b
: progression to a higher stage of development
2
: an improved feature : improvement
3
medical : surgical detachment of a muscle or tendon from its insertion followed by reattachment at a more advanced point from its insertion
Best results are obtained by simple excision and meticulous repair or advancement of the triceps tendon to the olecranon.Panayiotis J. Papagelopoulos et al.

Examples of advancement in a Sentence

A motor inside the camera is used for advancement of the film. She contributed greatly to the advancement of the new organization. working for the advancement of learning The program supports economic advancement in rural areas. This new method is a great advancement over past techniques. The job offers many opportunities for professional advancement. He is being considered for advancement. a series of rapid career advancements
Recent Examples on the Web Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. Jack Guy, CNN, 7 Mar. 2024 The organization is gearing up to recognize 25 everyday people from around the world who are driving ethical advancements in AI and shaping the future of the internet. Sage Lazzaro, Fortune, 7 Mar. 2024 Perry credited the decision to disruptions wrought by recent advancements in AI technology, but a more logical explanation is the downturn in production caused by a retrenchment in streaming wars and the ongoing effects of Hollywood labor disputes. Todd Longwell, Variety, 7 Mar. 2024 Salary and Advancement: CPAs and tax attorneys often have similar average salary ranges, with both careers offering good advancement potential. Bryce Welker, Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2024 The cross-cultural exchange goes beyond technology, fostering mutual respect and unity, contributing to economic advancements and promoting the exchange of ideas in all aspects of life. Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 5 Mar. 2024 Women continue to be under-represented in nine of these jobs, despite recent advancements. USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2024 In the last few decades, there have been a number of technological advancements that have revolutionized the workplace: computers, the internet and mobile computing are prominent examples. Toni Handler, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024 Musk has been critical of the risks that AI advancement could have on society prior to co-founding OpenAI, calling for safeguards to be put in place to prevent such systems from being used to replace humans. Jess Weatherbed, The Verge, 1 Mar. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

alteration (after advance entry 1) of Middle English avauncement, borrowed from Anglo-French avancement, from avancer "to advance entry 1" + -ment -ment

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of advancement was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Advancement.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/advancement. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

advancement

noun
ad·​vance·​ment əd-ˈvan(t)-smənt How to pronounce advancement (audio)
1
: the action of advancing : the state of being advanced
2
a
: a raising or being raised to a higher rank or position
b
: progression to a higher stage of development
3
: an improved feature

Medical Definition

advancement

noun
ad·​vance·​ment əd-ˈvan(t)-smənt How to pronounce advancement (audio)
: detachment of a muscle or tendon from its insertion and reattachment (as in the surgical correction of strabismus) at a more advanced point from its insertion
flexor tendon advancement

Legal Definition

advancement

noun
ad·​vance·​ment
: something given in advance
specifically : money or property given as a gift by a living person (as by a parent to a child) with the intention that the amount the recipient inherits under the law from the person's estate will be reduced proportionately compare ademption

Note: The Uniform Probate Code requires written evidence that the gift was intended to be an advancement. A person who gives a gift that is not intended as an advancement cannot later change it to an advancement. A gift given as an advancement can, however, be changed into an outright gift.

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