accurately-timed
|ac-cu-rate-ly-timed|
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/ˈækjərətli taɪmd/
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/ˈækjʊrətli taɪmd/
(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 'exact or precise.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
executed or occurring at the exact or proper time.
The launch was accurately-timed to coincide with the satellite's orbit.
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Last updated: 2025/05/31 19:26