incorrectly-used
|in-cor-rect-ly-used|
B2
/ˌɪnkəˈrɛktli juːzd/
used wrongly
Etymology
Etymology Information
'incorrectly-used' originates from the English word 'incorrectly' combined with 'used', where 'incorrectly' means 'in a wrong manner' and 'used' means 'employed for a purpose'.
Historical Evolution
'incorrectly' combined with 'used' to form the modern English term 'incorrectly-used'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'used in a wrong manner', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
used in a manner that is not correct or appropriate.
The tool was incorrectly-used, leading to the malfunction.
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Last updated: 2025/07/17 01:58