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situate

Situate (verb) means to place on or into a physical location.

verb
1
To place on or into a physical location.
2
To place or put into an intangible place or position, such as social, ethical, fictional, etc.
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Etymology

Borrowed from Late Latin situātus, past participle of Medieval Latin situō (“to locate, place”), from Latin situs (“a site”).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of situate?

"situate" (verb) means to place on or into a physical location.

What are the different meanings of situate?

"situate" has 2 main meanings: 1. To place on or into a physical location; 2. To place or put into an intangible place or position, such as social, ethical, fictional, etc.

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