expertly-made
|ex/pert/ly-made|
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/ˈɛkspərtli meɪd/
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/ˈɛkspɜːtli meɪd/
skillfully crafted
Etymology
Etymology Information
'expertly-made' originates from the word 'expert,' which comes from Latin 'expertus,' meaning 'tried, tested.' The suffix '-ly' is used to form adverbs, and 'made' is the past participle of 'make.'
Historical Evolution
'expertus' transformed into the Old French word 'expert,' and eventually became the modern English word 'expert.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'expert' meant 'tried or tested,' but over time it evolved to mean 'skilled or knowledgeable.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
skillfully or professionally crafted or constructed.
The expertly-made furniture was the highlight of the room.
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Last updated: 2025/01/12 17:06