floor-length
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/flɔr lɛŋkθ/
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/flɔː lɛŋkθ/
reaching the floor
Etymology
Etymology Information
'floor-length' originates from the combination of 'floor' and 'length', where 'floor' refers to the bottom surface of a room and 'length' refers to the measurement of something from end to end.
Historical Evolution
'floor-length' has been used in English to describe garments or items that reach the floor, maintaining its meaning over time.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'reaching the floor', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
extending to the floor, typically used to describe clothing such as dresses or curtains.
She wore a beautiful floor-length gown to the gala.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41