delicately-managed
|del-i-cate-ly-man-aged|
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/ˈdɛlɪkətli ˈmænɪdʒd/
careful handling
Etymology
Etymology Information
'delicately-managed' originates from the combination of 'delicate' and 'manage,' where 'delicate' meant 'fine or fragile' and 'manage' meant 'to handle or control.'
Historical Evolution
'delicate' and 'manage' combined in modern English to form 'delicately-managed,' emphasizing careful handling.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'delicate' meant 'fine or fragile,' and 'manage' meant 'to handle or control.' Together, they evolved to mean 'handled with great care.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
handled with great care and precision.
The delicately-managed negotiations led to a successful agreement.
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Last updated: 2025/04/18 23:07