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bright-linked

|bright-linked|

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/braɪt-lɪŋkt/

connected with brightness

Etymology
Etymology Information

The term 'bright-linked' is a compound word formed from 'bright' and 'linked'. 'Bright' originates from Old English 'beorht', meaning 'shining' or 'luminous', and 'linked' comes from Middle English 'linken', meaning 'to connect'.

Historical Evolution

'Bright' evolved from Old English 'beorht', while 'linked' evolved from Middle English 'linken'. The combination of these words into 'bright-linked' is a modern formation.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'bright' meant 'shining' and 'linked' meant 'connected'. The compound 'bright-linked' retains these meanings, referring to something connected with brightness.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

connected or associated with something that is bright or shining.

The bright-linked stars formed a beautiful constellation in the night sky.

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Last updated: 2025/02/27 11:50