badly-mended
|bad-ly-mend-ed|
B2
/ˈbædli ˈmɛndɪd/
(mend)
repair
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mend' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'menden,' where 'menden' meant 'to repair or fix.'
Historical Evolution
'menden' transformed into the modern English word 'mend' through Old English influences.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to repair or fix something,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
repaired in a poor or unsatisfactory manner.
The chair was badly-mended and wobbled when sat upon.
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Last updated: 2025/05/05 15:31