beautifully-made
|beau-ti-ful-ly-made|
/ˈbjuːtəfəli meɪd/
aesthetically crafted
Etymology
'beautifully-made' originates from the combination of 'beautifully' and 'made', where 'beautifully' is derived from 'beautiful', meaning 'pleasing the senses or mind aesthetically', and 'made' is the past participle of 'make', meaning 'to form or construct'.
'beautifully' evolved from the Old French word 'beau', meaning 'fine' or 'handsome', and 'made' from the Old English 'macian', meaning 'to create'.
Initially, 'beautifully-made' referred to objects crafted with aesthetic appeal, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
crafted or constructed with great beauty or elegance.
The beautifully-made dress caught everyone's attention at the gala.
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Last updated: 2025/02/15 21:10
