family-run
|fam-i-ly-run|
B2
/ˈfæmɪli rʌn/
family-managed
Etymology
Etymology Information
The term 'family-run' combines 'family,' originating from Latin 'familia,' meaning 'household,' and 'run,' from Old English 'rinnan,' meaning 'to flow or run.'
Historical Evolution
'Family-run' evolved from the concept of 'family business,' emphasizing the management aspect with 'run.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any business managed by a family, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
operated or managed by members of a family.
The restaurant is family-run, offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45