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compostura

|com-pos-tu-ra|

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/komposˈtuɾa/

putting together; bringing into order

Etymology
Etymology Information

'compostura' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'compostura', ultimately from Late Latin 'compositura' (from Latin 'componere' meaning 'to put together')

Historical Evolution

'compostura' developed from Late Latin 'compositura' into Old Spanish forms and eventually into modern Spanish 'compostura', carrying the sense of 'putting together' into meanings of repair and order

Meaning Changes

Initially it meant 'the act of putting together or composing'; over time it evolved into senses of 'repair/mending' and 'composure/being in order' in modern usage

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

mending or repair (of clothing or a small object)

She took the torn blouse to the seamstress for compostura.

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Noun 2

composure, being in proper order or respectable appearance

After the scandal he tried hard to recover his compostura in public.

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agitationdiscomposurechaos

Noun 3

an adjustment or small fix to make something work properly

The mechanic made a quick compostura to the carburetor to stop the sputtering.

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Last updated: 2025/11/11 14:04