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fast-delivered

|fast-deliv-ered|

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/fæst dɪˈlɪvərd/

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/fɑːst dɪˈlɪvəd/

(fast-deliver)

quick delivery

Base FormNoun
fast-deliverfast-delivery
Etymology
Etymology Information

'fast-deliver' originates from the combination of 'fast' and 'deliver', where 'fast' meant 'quick' and 'deliver' meant 'to bring or transport'.

Historical Evolution

'fast-deliver' changed from the combination of Old English 'fæst' and 'deliveren' from Old French 'delivrer', eventually becoming the modern English word 'fast-deliver'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to quickly bring or transport something', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

delivered quickly or in a short amount of time.

The package was fast-delivered to ensure it arrived before the holiday.

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Last updated: 2025/05/18 17:45