adossed
|a-dossed|
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/əˈdɔst/
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/əˈdɒst/
attached to a wall
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adossed' originates from French, specifically the word 'adossé,' where 'à dos' meant 'back to back.'
Historical Evolution
'adossé' transformed into the English word 'adossed' and retained its architectural meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'back to back,' but over time it evolved into its current architectural meaning of 'built against a wall.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/05/12 15:36