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frequently-moved

|fre-quent-ly-moved|

B2

/ˈfriːkwəntli muːvd/

often relocated

Etymology
Etymology Information

'frequently' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'frequentia,' where 'frequent-' meant 'crowded or repeated.' 'Move' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'movere,' meaning 'to move or set in motion.'

Historical Evolution

'frequentia' transformed into the Old French word 'frequent,' and eventually became the modern English word 'frequent.' 'Movere' transformed into the Old French word 'movoir,' and eventually became the modern English word 'move.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'frequent' meant 'crowded or repeated,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'happening often.' 'Move' initially meant 'to set in motion,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

describing something or someone that is moved often or regularly.

The frequently-moved furniture showed signs of wear.

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Last updated: 2025/05/27 19:55