hastily-restored
|has-ti-ly-re-stored|
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/ˈheɪstɪli rɪˈstɔrd/
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/ˈheɪstɪli rɪˈstɔːd/
(restore)
bring back
Etymology
Etymology Information
'restore' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'restaurare,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'staurare' meant 'to build.'
Historical Evolution
'restaurare' transformed into the Old French word 'restorer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'restore' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to build again,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to bring back to a former condition.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
repaired or returned to a previous state in a hurried or rushed manner.
The hastily-restored building showed signs of shoddy workmanship.
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Last updated: 2025/05/05 12:36