airtightly
|air-tight-ly|
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/ˈɛrˌtaɪtli/
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/ˈeəˌtaɪtli/
(airtight)
sealed, flawless
Etymology
Etymology Information
'airtight' originates from English, specifically the combination of 'air' and 'tight', where 'air' refers to the invisible gaseous substance surrounding the earth and 'tight' means firmly or closely fixed in place.
Historical Evolution
'airtight' changed from the Old English word 'tīht' meaning 'tight' and eventually became the modern English word 'airtight'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'sealed against air', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is completely sealed against the entry or escape of air.
The container was sealed airtightly to preserve the freshness of the food.
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Last updated: 2025/06/09 01:51