firmly-combined
|firm-ly-com-bined|
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/ˈfɜːrmli kəmˈbaɪnd/
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/ˈfɜːmli kəmˈbaɪnd/
securely joined
Etymology
Etymology Information
'firmly-combined' originates from the English words 'firmly' and 'combined', where 'firmly' means 'securely' and 'combined' means 'joined together'.
Historical Evolution
'Firmly' and 'combined' have been used in English since the Middle Ages, evolving from Old English 'fyrm' and Latin 'combinare', respectively.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'firmly' meant 'securely' and 'combined' meant 'joined together', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
tightly or securely joined together.
The two pieces of wood were firmly-combined to form a sturdy table.
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Last updated: 2025/04/22 11:49