abnormally-positioned
|ab-nor-mal-ly-po-si-tioned|
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/æbˈnɔrməli pəˈzɪʃənd/
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/æbˈnɔːməli pəˈzɪʃənd/
(abnormal)
deviating from the norm
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abnormal' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'abnormis,' where 'ab-' meant 'away from' and 'norma' meant 'rule or pattern.'
Historical Evolution
'abnormis' transformed into the French word 'anormal,' and eventually became the modern English word 'abnormal' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'away from the norm,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
located or arranged in a way that deviates from the usual or expected position.
The abnormally-positioned organ caused complications during surgery.
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Last updated: 2025/03/16 04:47