dangerously-built
|dan-ger-ous-ly-built|
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/ˈdeɪndʒərəsli bɪlt/
(dangerous)
likely to cause harm
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dangerously-built' originates from the English word 'dangerous,' which comes from the Old French word 'dangereus,' meaning 'difficult or perilous.'
Historical Evolution
'dangerous' evolved from the Old French 'dangereus' and was combined with 'built' to form the modern English term 'dangerously-built.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'dangerous' meant 'difficult or perilous,' but over time it evolved to mean 'posing a risk or threat to safety.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
constructed in a manner that poses a risk or threat to safety.
The old bridge was dangerously-built and needed immediate repairs.
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Last updated: 2025/03/19 11:59