improperly-partitioned
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/ɪmˈprɑːpərli pɑːrˈtɪʃənd/
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/ɪmˈprɒpəli pɑːˈtɪʃənd/
(partition)
division into parts
Etymology
Etymology Information
'partition' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'partitio,' where 'part-' meant 'part' or 'division'.
Historical Evolution
'partitio' transformed into the Old French word 'particion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'partition' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a division or separation,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
divided or separated in a manner that is not suitable or correct.
The data was improperly-partitioned, leading to errors in the analysis.
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Last updated: 2025/05/18 06:56