concretely
|con/crete/ly|
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/ˈkɑːŋ.kriːt.li/
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/ˈkɒŋ.kriːt.li/
(concrete)
solid material
Etymology
Etymology Information
'concretely' originates from the Latin word 'concretus', where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'crescere' meant 'to grow'.
Historical Evolution
'concretus' transformed into the Old French word 'concret', and eventually became the modern English word 'concrete'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'grown together', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'specific or tangible'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a clear and definite way; specifically or tangibly.
She explained her ideas concretely, using examples and diagrams.
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Last updated: 2025/01/12 15:35