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customarily-maintained

|cus-to-mar-i-ly-main-tained|

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/ˈkʌstəmɛrɪli meɪnˈteɪnd/

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/ˈkʌstəmərɪli meɪnˈteɪnd/

traditionally kept

Etymology
Etymology Information

'customarily-maintained' originates from the combination of 'customarily' and 'maintained'. 'Customarily' comes from 'custom', which originates from Latin 'consuetudo', meaning 'habit or usage'. 'Maintained' comes from Old French 'maintenir', meaning 'to hold in hand'.

Historical Evolution

'customarily' evolved from the Latin 'consuetudo' through Old French 'costume', while 'maintained' evolved from Old French 'maintenir'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'customarily' meant 'according to custom', and 'maintained' meant 'to hold in hand'. Over time, they combined to describe something kept in good order by tradition.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

kept in a state of good repair or order as per usual practice or tradition.

The garden was customarily-maintained, showcasing its beauty year-round.

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Last updated: 2025/04/07 09:11