Etymology

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Today it means: Not compulsory; left to personal choice; elective. Full definition →

Proto-Indo-European *h₂élisder.? ← English option
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  2. Proto-Indo-European*h₂el-
  3. Proto-Indo-European*h₂élisder.?
  4. English todayoptional

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