cursorily-examined
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/ˈkɜːrsərɪli ɪɡˈzæmɪnd/
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/ˈkɜːsərɪli ɪɡˈzæmɪnd/
superficial review
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cursorily-examined' originates from the Latin word 'cursor,' meaning 'runner,' and 'examinare,' meaning 'to weigh or test.'
Historical Evolution
'Cursorily' evolved from the Latin 'cursorius,' meaning 'pertaining to running,' and 'examined' from 'examinare,' which became the modern English 'examine.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'cursorily' meant 'in a running manner,' but over time it evolved to mean 'hastily or superficially.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
examined in a hasty or superficial manner.
The report was cursorily-examined before the meeting.
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Last updated: 2025/05/15 04:19