headedness
|head-ed-ness|
C1
/ˈhɛdɪdnəs/
having a head
Etymology
Etymology Information
'headedness' originates from the English word 'head,' where 'head' meant 'the upper part of the body.'
Historical Evolution
'head' transformed into 'headed' to describe having a head, and eventually became the modern English word 'headedness' to describe the state of having a head.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a head,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'being directed by a head.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of having a head or being directed by a head.
The headedness of the organization ensured clear leadership.
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Last updated: 2025/04/25 19:23