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/əˈdʒʌstəbl ˈtɛmpərətʃər/
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/əˈdʒʌstəbl ˈtɛmpərətʃə/
modifiable heat level
Etymology
'adjustable' originates from the Latin word 'adjustare,' meaning 'to make right or fit,' and 'temperature' comes from the Latin 'temperatura,' meaning 'a moderate condition.'
'Adjustable' evolved from the Old French 'ajuster,' and 'temperature' from the Old French 'temperature.'
Initially, 'adjustable' meant 'to make right,' and 'temperature' referred to 'moderate condition,' evolving to mean 'capable of being set to a desired temperature.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being modified or set to a desired temperature.
The adjustable-temperature feature of the oven allows for precise cooking.
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Last updated: 2025/04/06 10:49
