inappropriately-handled
|in-ap-pro-pri-ate-ly-han-dled|
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/ˌɪnəˈproʊpriətli ˈhændəld/
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/ˌɪnəˈprəʊpriətli ˈhændəld/
(handle)
grip or manage
Etymology
Etymology Information
'handle' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'handlian,' where 'hand' meant 'hand.'
Historical Evolution
'handlian' transformed into the Middle English word 'handlen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'handle.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to touch or feel with the hand,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to manage or deal with.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
managed or dealt with in a manner that is not suitable or proper.
The situation was inappropriately-handled, leading to further complications.
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Last updated: 2025/05/08 13:55