family-operated
|fam-i-ly-op-er-at-ed|
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/ˈfæmɪli ˈɑːpəˌreɪtɪd/
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/ˈfæmɪli ˈɒpəˌreɪtɪd/
run by family
Etymology
Etymology Information
'family-operated' combines 'family,' originating from Latin 'familia,' meaning 'household,' and 'operated,' from Latin 'operari,' meaning 'to work.'
Historical Evolution
'Family' evolved from Old French 'familie' and 'operated' from Middle English 'operaten.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'family' referred to a household, and 'operated' meant 'to work.' Together, they now describe a business run by family members.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
managed or run by a family, typically referring to a business or organization.
The restaurant is family-operated, ensuring a warm and personal dining experience.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45