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English

clearly-delivered

|clear-ly-de-liv-ered|

B2

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/ˈklɪrli dɪˈlɪvərd/

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/ˈklɪəli dɪˈlɪvəd/

(deliver)

transporting to a destination

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Etymology
Etymology Information

'deliver' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'delivrer,' where 'de-' meant 'away' and 'livrer' meant 'to free.'

Historical Evolution

'delivrer' transformed into the Middle English word 'deliveren,' and eventually became the modern English word 'deliver.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to set free,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to bring or hand over.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

expressed or communicated in a manner that is easy to understand.

The speech was clearly-delivered, making it easy for everyone to understand.

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Last updated: 2025/07/10 10:10