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exclusively-shown

|ex-clu-sive-ly-shown|

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/ɪkˈskluːsɪvli ʃoʊn/

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/ɪkˈskluːsɪvli ʃəʊn/

limited display

Etymology
Etymology Information

'exclusively' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'exclusivus,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'claudere' meant 'to close.' 'Shown' is the past participle of 'show,' which comes from Old English 'sceawian,' meaning 'to look at or see.'

Historical Evolution

'exclusivus' transformed into the French word 'exclusif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'exclusive.' 'Sceawian' evolved into the Middle English 'schowen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'show.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'exclusive' meant 'to close out,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'limited to a select group.' 'Show' has largely retained its original meaning of 'to display or present.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

displayed or presented in a manner that is not available to others; limited to a specific group or audience.

The artwork was exclusively-shown to the members of the private club.

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Last updated: 2025/06/21 11:08