context
UK: ˈkɒntekst | US: ˈkɑːntekst
n. the circumstances or setting in which an event, statement, or idea occurs, influencing its meaning
n. the parts of a written or spoken statement that precede or follow a specific word or passage, clarifying its meaning
n. (computing) the structured environment in which a process or task is executed
Derived from Latin contextus (past participle of contexere, meaning "to weave together"), the word combines con- (a prefix denoting "together") and textus (from texere, "to weave"). The metaphor of weaving reflects how meaning is constructed by interconnecting words or circumstances. Over time, "context" evolved from literal weaving to abstract connections in language and situations.
The quote was taken out of context, distorting its original intent.
To understand the novel fully, consider its historical context.
The programmer checked the variable’s context to debug the error.
Her decision makes sense in the context of her personal experiences.
Always analyze data within the context of its collection methods.