collaterally
|col-lat-er-al-ly|
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/kəˈlætərəli/
(collateral)
secondary or security
Etymology
Etymology Information
'collateral' originates from Medieval Latin, specifically the word 'collateralis,' where 'com-' meant 'together' and 'lateralis' meant 'side.'
Historical Evolution
'collateralis' transformed into the Old French word 'collateral,' and eventually became the modern English word 'collateral' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'side by side,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'secondary or indirect.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is secondary or indirect.
The benefits of the new policy were felt collaterally across the community.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45