appropriately-attended
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/əˈproʊpriətli əˈtɛndɪd/
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/əˈprəʊpriətli əˈtɛndɪd/
(attend)
be present or care for
Etymology
Etymology Information
'attend' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'atendre,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'tendre' meant 'stretch or tend.'
Historical Evolution
'atendre' transformed into the Middle English word 'attenden,' and eventually became the modern English word 'attend.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to stretch towards or wait upon,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to be present at or take care of.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
properly or suitably attended to or taken care of.
The event was appropriately-attended, ensuring everything ran smoothly.
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Last updated: 2025/06/24 22:09