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delicately-built

|del-i-cate-ly-built|

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/ˈdɛlɪkətli bɪlt/

fine structure

Etymology
Etymology Information

'delicately-built' originates from the combination of 'delicate' and 'built', where 'delicate' comes from Latin 'delicatus', meaning 'giving pleasure, delightful'.

Historical Evolution

'delicate' changed from the Latin word 'delicatus' and eventually became the modern English word 'delicate'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'delicate' meant 'giving pleasure, delightful', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'fine or fragile'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

constructed or formed with a fine, intricate, or fragile structure.

The vase was delicately-built, showcasing intricate patterns.

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Last updated: 2025/03/29 08:29