adscriptive
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/ædˈskrɪptɪv/
attached or assigned
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adscriptive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'adscriptivus,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'scriptus' meant 'written.'
Historical Evolution
'adscriptivus' transformed into the English word 'adscriptive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'written to or attached to something,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or denoting a person or thing that is assigned or attached to something else.
The adscriptive role of the assistant was crucial to the project's success.
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Last updated: 2025/05/13 14:06