Expediting

/ˌɛkspəˈdaɪtɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Making something happen faster or more efficiently by removing delays and obstacles.

Etymology

From Latin 'expedire' (to free the feet, make ready), from 'ex-' (out) + 'pes' (foot). Originally meant literally freeing someone's feet for movement, evolved to mean removing barriers to progress generally.

Kelly Says

The 'ped' root meaning 'foot' appears in expedition, expedite, and pedal—all about movement! Medieval soldiers who could 'expedite' movement in their armor were valued because they could actually walk without tripping on their own gear.

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