improperly-shipped
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/ɪmˈprɑːpərli-ʃɪpt/
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/ɪmˈprɒpəli-ʃɪpt/
(ship)
sea vessel
Etymology
'improperly-shipped' originates from the combination of 'improperly' and 'shipped', where 'improperly' is derived from Latin 'improprius', meaning 'not proper', and 'shipped' is from Old English 'scipian', meaning 'to send by ship'.
'improperly' changed from the Latin word 'improprius' and eventually became the modern English word 'improperly'. 'Shipped' evolved from the Old English 'scipian'.
Initially, 'improperly' meant 'not proper', and 'shipped' meant 'to send by ship'. Over time, 'improperly-shipped' evolved to mean goods sent in an incorrect manner.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes goods that have been sent or transported in a manner that is not correct or suitable.
The package was improperly-shipped, leading to damage.
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Last updated: 2025/05/18 19:02