casually-made
|cas-u-al-ly-made|
B2
/ˈkæʒuəli meɪd/
(casual)
relaxed or unplanned
Etymology
Etymology Information
'casual' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'casualis,' where 'casus' meant 'chance or accident.'
Historical Evolution
'casualis' transformed into the Old French word 'casuel,' and eventually became the modern English word 'casual' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'occurring by chance,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'informal or relaxed.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
created or done without much thought or planning; informal or spontaneous.
The casually-made decision led to unexpected consequences.
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Last updated: 2025/03/24 01:59