correctly-mended
|cor-rect-ly-mend-ed|
B2
/kəˈrɛktli ˈmɛndɪd/
(mend)
repair
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mend' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'menden,' where 'menden' meant 'to repair or fix.'
Historical Evolution
'menden' transformed into the modern English word 'mend' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to repair or fix something,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
repaired or fixed in a proper or accurate manner.
The jacket was correctly-mended, with no visible signs of damage.
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Last updated: 2025/05/29 11:42