advance-paid
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/ədˈvæns peɪd/
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/ədˈvɑːns peɪd/
prepaid
Etymology
Etymology Information
'advance-paid' originates from the combination of 'advance' and 'paid', where 'advance' means 'beforehand' and 'paid' means 'settled'.
Historical Evolution
'advance' and 'paid' have been used in English since the Middle Ages, with 'advance' coming from Old French 'avancer' and 'paid' from Latin 'pacare'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'payment made beforehand', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
paid in advance; payment made before receiving goods or services.
The advance-paid tickets ensured we had seats for the concert.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45