locate
UK: /ləʊˈkeɪt/ | US: /ˈloʊkeɪt/
vt. to discover the exact position of something
vt. to place or establish something in a particular position
vi. to settle or reside in a specific place
locate = loc<place> + ate<verb suffix>
- loc<place>: From Latin locus (place, position).
- ate<verb suffix>: A suffix forming verbs, often indicating causation or action.
Etymology Origin:
The word locate traces back to the Latin locatus, the past participle of locare ("to place"), derived from locus ("place"). The suffix -ate was added in Late Middle English to form verbs from Latin roots. The core idea of "placing" or "finding a place" has remained consistent through its evolution.
The archaeologists hope to locate the ancient ruins using satellite imagery.
The company decided to locate its headquarters in a bustling city center.
Can you locate the nearest gas station on the map?
After years of traveling, she chose to locate in a quiet coastal town.
The GPS device helps drivers locate their destination efficiently.