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customarily-shaped

|cus-to-mar-i-ly-shaped|

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/ˈkʌstəmɛrɪli ʃeɪpt/

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/ˈkʌstəmərəli ʃeɪpt/

traditionally formed

Etymology
Etymology Information

'customarily-shaped' originates from the word 'customarily,' which comes from the Latin word 'consuetudinarius,' meaning 'according to custom,' and 'shaped,' from the Old English 'sceapian,' meaning 'to form or create.'

Historical Evolution

'customarily' evolved from the Latin 'consuetudinarius' through Old French 'costumier,' and 'shaped' from Old English 'sceapian,' eventually forming the modern English term 'customarily-shaped.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'customarily' meant 'according to custom,' and 'shaped' meant 'to form or create.' The combined term 'customarily-shaped' retains the meaning of being formed according to tradition.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having a shape that is typical or usual according to custom or tradition.

The vase was customarily-shaped, reflecting the traditional design of the region.

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Last updated: 2025/04/01 22:17