aldermanly
|al-der-man-ly|
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/ˈɔːldərmənli/
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/ˈɔːldəmənli/
dignified
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aldermanly' originates from the Old English word 'aldormann', where 'ealdor' meant 'elder' and 'mann' meant 'man'.
Historical Evolution
'aldormann' transformed into the Middle English word 'alderman', and eventually became the modern English word 'aldermanly'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'elder man', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'characteristic of an alderman'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
characteristic of or befitting an alderman; dignified or stately.
His aldermanly demeanor commanded respect in the council.
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Last updated: 2025/06/16 20:06