firmly-assembled
|firm-ly-as-sem-bled|
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/ˈfɜːrmli əˈsɛmbəld/
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/ˈfɜːmli əˈsɛmbəld/
(assemble)
gather or fit together
Etymology
Etymology Information
'assemble' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'assembler,' where 'as-' meant 'together' and 'sembler' meant 'to bring together.'
Historical Evolution
'assembler' transformed into the Middle English word 'assemble,' and eventually became the modern English word 'assemble.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bring together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to put together parts to form a whole.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
constructed or put together in a secure and stable manner.
The bookshelf was firmly-assembled, ensuring it wouldn't collapse under weight.
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Last updated: 2025/04/29 23:51