inadequately-restored
|in-ad-e-quate-ly-re-stored|
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/ɪnˈædɪkwətli rɪˈstɔrd/
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/ɪnˈædɪkwətli 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,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to bring back to a former condition.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not sufficiently repaired or returned to a former condition.
The building was inadequately-restored, leaving many structural issues unresolved.
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Last updated: 2025/06/09 12:58