finely-built
|fine-ly-built|
B2
/ˈfaɪnli bɪlt/
skillfully constructed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'finely-built' originates from the combination of 'fine' and 'built', where 'fine' meant 'of high quality' and 'built' referred to 'constructed'.
Historical Evolution
'finely-built' evolved from the Old English word 'fīne' meaning 'excellent' and 'byldan' meaning 'to build', eventually forming the modern English term 'finely-built'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'constructed with excellence', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
constructed with great skill and precision, often with attention to detail and aesthetics.
The finely-built model ship was a testament to the artisan's skill.
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Last updated: 2025/03/07 22:25