African-styled
|Af-ri-can-styled|
B2
/ˈæfrɪkən staɪld/
African design
Etymology
Etymology Information
'African-styled' originates from the word 'African,' which refers to anything related to the continent of Africa, combined with 'styled,' meaning designed or fashioned in a particular way.
Historical Evolution
'African-styled' combines the word 'African' with 'styled,' a term that has been used in English since the 14th century to denote a particular design or fashion.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'styled' meant 'fashioned or designed,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
designed or fashioned in a manner characteristic of African culture or aesthetics.
The room was decorated in an African-styled theme.
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Last updated: 2025/07/21 22:25