environmentally-appropriate
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/ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəli əˈproʊpriət/
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/ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəli əˈprəʊpriət/
(appropriate)
suitable or to take
Etymology
'appropriate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'appropriatus,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'proprius' meant 'own.'
'appropriatus' transformed into the Old French word 'approprier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'appropriate' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to make one's own,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'suitable or fitting.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
suitable or fitting in a way that is beneficial or not harmful to the environment.
The company is committed to using environmentally-appropriate materials in its products.
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Last updated: 2025/03/17 17:38