casually-arranged
|cas-u-al-ly-ar-ranged|
B2
/ˈkæʒuəli əˈreɪndʒd/
informally organized
Etymology
Etymology Information
'casually-arranged' originates from the combination of 'casual' and 'arranged', where 'casual' meant 'relaxed or informal' and 'arranged' meant 'organized or set up'.
Historical Evolution
'casual' and 'arranged' were combined in modern English to form the compound adjective 'casually-arranged'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'casual' meant 'relaxed or informal', and 'arranged' meant 'organized'. The combination retains these meanings in the context of being organized in a relaxed manner.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
organized or set up in a relaxed or informal manner.
The flowers were casually-arranged in a vase, giving the room a relaxed feel.
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Last updated: 2025/03/22 13:19