imprecisely-constructed
|im-pre-cise-ly-con-struct-ed|
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/ˌɪmprɪˈsaɪsli kənˈstrʌktɪd/
inaccurately built
Etymology
Etymology Information
'imprecisely-constructed' originates from the Latin word 'imprecisus,' meaning 'not precise,' and the Latin 'constructus,' meaning 'to build.'
Historical Evolution
'Imprecisely' evolved from the Latin 'imprecisus' and 'constructed' from 'constructus,' eventually forming the modern English term 'imprecisely-constructed.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not built with precision,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
built or formed in a way that lacks precision or accuracy.
The imprecisely-constructed bridge posed a safety hazard.
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Last updated: 2025/03/09 20:15