independently-supported
|in-de-pend-ent-ly-sup-port-ed|
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/ˌɪndɪˈpɛndəntli səˈpɔrtɪd/
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/ˌɪndɪˈpɛndəntli səˈpɔːtɪd/
self-sustaining support
Etymology
'independently-supported' originates from the combination of 'independent' and 'support,' where 'independent' means 'not relying on others' and 'support' means 'to hold up or provide assistance.'
'independent' and 'support' were combined in modern English to form the compound adjective 'independently-supported.'
Initially, 'independent' meant 'free from outside control,' and 'support' meant 'to hold up.' Together, they evolved to describe something that is self-sustaining.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
supported without reliance on external assistance or influence.
The independently-supported structure stood firm against the storm.
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Last updated: 2025/07/25 05:11