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employed-focused

|em/ployed-fo/cused|

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/ɪmˈplɔɪd ˈfoʊkəst/

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/ɪmˈplɔɪd ˈfəʊkəst/

focused on employed individuals

Etymology
Etymology Information

'employed-focused' originates from the English words 'employed' and 'focused', where 'employed' means 'having a job' and 'focused' means 'concentrated on a particular thing'.

Historical Evolution

'Employed' comes from the Old French word 'employer', and 'focused' comes from the Latin word 'focus', meaning 'hearth' or 'fireplace'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'employed' meant 'to use or apply', and 'focused' meant 'concentrated on a central point'. Over time, 'employed-focused' evolved to mean 'concentrated on those who are employed'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

concentrated on or directed towards individuals who are currently employed.

The new policy is employed-focused, aiming to improve working conditions.

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Last updated: 2025/01/26 01:35