durably-constructed
|dur-a-bly-con-struct-ed|
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/ˈdʊrəblɪ kənˈstrʌktɪd/
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/ˈdjʊərəblɪ kənˈstrʌktɪd/
built to last
Etymology
'durably-constructed' originates from the combination of 'durable' and 'constructed'. 'Durable' comes from Latin 'durabilis', meaning 'lasting', and 'constructed' is derived from Latin 'constructus', meaning 'to build'.
'Durable' evolved from the Latin 'durabilis' through Old French 'durable', while 'constructed' evolved from Latin 'constructus' through Old French 'construire'.
Initially, 'durable' meant 'able to last', and 'constructed' meant 'built'. Together, they convey the idea of something built to last.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
built to last; made with durability in mind.
The bridge was durably-constructed to withstand harsh weather conditions.
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Last updated: 2025/03/12 21:57