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fixed-temperature

|fixed-tem-pera-ture|

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/fɪkst ˈtɛmpərətʃər/

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/fɪkst ˈtɛmpərətʃə/

constant temperature

Etymology
Etymology Information

'fixed' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'fixus,' where 'fix-' meant 'to fasten or attach.' 'Temperature' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'temperatura,' where 'temperare' meant 'to moderate or regulate.'

Historical Evolution

'fixus' transformed into the Old French word 'fixer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'fixed.' 'Temperatura' transformed into the Old French word 'temperature,' and eventually became the modern English word 'temperature.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'fixed' meant 'fastened or attached,' and 'temperature' meant 'moderate or regulate.' Over time, 'fixed-temperature' evolved to mean 'a constant or unchanging temperature.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

referring to a constant or unchanging temperature.

The experiment was conducted in a fixed-temperature environment.

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Last updated: 2025/04/06 11:11