accurately-made
|ac-cu-rate-ly-made|
B2
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/ˈækjərətli meɪd/
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/ˈækjʊrətli meɪd/
(accurate)
exactness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'accurate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'accuratus,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'curare' meant 'to take care of.'
Historical Evolution
'accuratus' transformed into the French word 'accurate,' and eventually became the modern English word 'accurate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'done with care,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'correct and precise.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
created or constructed with precision and correctness.
The accurately-made model impressed everyone at the exhibition.
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Last updated: 2025/03/05 22:23