continuously-maintained
|con-tin-u-ous-ly-main-tained|
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/kənˈtɪnjuəsli meɪnˈteɪnd/
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/kənˈtɪnjʊəsli meɪnˈteɪnd/
(maintain)
keep in existence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'maintain' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'maintenir,' where 'main' meant 'hand' and 'tenir' meant 'to hold.'
Historical Evolution
'maintenir' transformed into the Middle English word 'maintainen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'maintain.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to hold in the hand,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to keep in a state of good repair.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
kept in a state of continuous upkeep or preservation.
The garden is continuously-maintained to ensure it looks its best year-round.
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Last updated: 2025/04/30 04:59