hastily-fixed
|has-ti-ly-fixed|
B2
/ˈheɪstɪli fɪkst/
quickly repaired
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hastily-fixed' originates from the combination of 'hastily,' derived from 'haste,' and 'fixed,' from the verb 'fix.'
Historical Evolution
'hastily' changed from the Old English word 'hæst' meaning 'speed,' and 'fixed' from the Latin 'fixus,' meaning 'fastened.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'hastily' meant 'with speed,' and 'fixed' meant 'fastened securely.' Over time, 'hastily-fixed' evolved to mean 'quickly repaired, often without thoroughness.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
done or made quickly, often without thoroughness or care.
The hastily-fixed solution didn't last long.
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Last updated: 2025/04/23 13:19