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accidentally-hurt

|ac-ci-den-tal-ly-hurt|

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/ˌæksɪˈdɛntəli hɜrt/

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/ˌæksɪˈdɛntəli hɜːt/

unintentionally injured

Etymology
Etymology Information

'accidentally' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'accidentalis,' where 'accidens' meant 'happening by chance.' 'Hurt' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'hurter,' meaning 'to strike or collide.'

Historical Evolution

'Accidentally' changed from the Latin word 'accidentalis' and eventually became the modern English word 'accidentally.' 'Hurt' transformed from the Old French word 'hurter' and eventually became the modern English word 'hurt.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'accidentally' meant 'happening by chance,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage. 'Hurt' initially meant 'to strike or collide,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to cause pain or injury.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

injured or harmed by chance or without intention.

He was accidentally-hurt during the game.

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Last updated: 2025/05/05 09:07