confidentially-exposed
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/ˌkɒnfɪˈdɛnʃəli ɪkˈspoʊzd/
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/ˌkɒnfɪˈdɛnʃəli ɪkˈspəʊzd/
private revelation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'confidentially-exposed' originates from the combination of 'confidentially' and 'exposed', where 'confidentially' means 'in a private or secret manner' and 'exposed' means 'revealed or uncovered'.
Historical Evolution
'Confidentially' and 'exposed' have been used separately in English since the 16th century, but their combination into 'confidentially-exposed' is a modern construct.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'confidentially' meant 'in confidence' and 'exposed' meant 'uncovered'. Together, they now imply something private being revealed.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/07/19 20:33