accidented
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/ˈæksɪˌdɛntɪd/
(accident)
unexpected event
Etymology
Etymology Information
'accidented' originates from the Latin word 'accidens,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'cadere' meant 'to fall.'
Historical Evolution
'accidens' transformed into the Old French word 'accident,' and eventually became the modern English word 'accidented' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'something that happens by chance,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having an uneven surface.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/04/13 14:21
