exclusively
|ex/clu/sive/ly|
B2
/ɪkˈskluːsɪvli/
(exclusive)
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Etymology
Etymology Information
'exclusive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'exclusivus,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'claudere' meant 'to close.'
Historical Evolution
'exclusivus' transformed into the French word 'exclusif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'exclusive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to close out or shut out,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'limited to a particular group or person.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is limited to a particular group, person, or thing.
The club is exclusively for members.
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