correctly-worn
|cor-rect-ly-worn|
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/kəˈrɛktli wɔrn/
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/kəˈrɛktli wɔːn/
properly dressed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'correctly-worn' originates from the combination of 'correctly' and 'worn', where 'correctly' means 'in a correct manner' and 'worn' is the past participle of 'wear', meaning 'to have on one's body as clothing'.
Historical Evolution
'correctly-worn' is a modern English compound adjective formed by combining 'correctly' and 'worn'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'worn in a correct manner', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
worn in a manner that is proper or appropriate.
The safety gear must be correctly-worn to ensure maximum protection.
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Last updated: 2025/06/08 21:40