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interview
What does interview mean?
interview (noun): a formal meeting, in person, for the assessment of a candidate or applicant.
Definition: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where does interview come from?
From Old French entreveue (French entrevue), feminine singular past participle of entrevëoir, from entre- + vëoir (“to see”).
Etymology: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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What does “interview” mean?
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
Not quite: that's what nature means.
a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality
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a formal meeting, in person, for the assessment of a candidate or applicant
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an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
Not quite: that's what purpose means.
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