exposedly
|ex-posed-ly|
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/ɪkˈspoʊzɪdli/
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/ɪkˈspəʊzɪdli/
(exposed)
openly visible
Etymology
Etymology Information
'exposedly' originates from the word 'expose,' which comes from Latin, specifically the word 'exponere,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'ponere' meant 'to place.'
Historical Evolution
'exponere' transformed into the Old French word 'exposer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'expose' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to place out in the open,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to reveal or make visible.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is open to view or without protection.
The house was built exposedly on the hill, visible from miles away.
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Last updated: 2025/03/23 21:35
