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industrial-centered

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/ɪnˈdʌstriəl ˈsɛntərd/

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/ɪnˈdʌstriəl ˈsɛntəd/

focused on industry

Etymology
Etymology Information

'industrial-centered' originates from the combination of 'industrial' and 'centered', where 'industrial' is derived from 'industry', meaning 'economic activity concerned with the processing of raw materials and manufacture of goods in factories', and 'centered' meaning 'having a specified center'.

Historical Evolution

'industrial' evolved from the Latin word 'industria', meaning 'diligence', and 'centered' from the Old French 'centre', meaning 'middle point'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'industrial' referred to diligence and skill, but over time it evolved to relate to industry and manufacturing.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

focused on or revolving around industry or industrial activities.

The city's economy is industrial-centered, with many factories and manufacturing plants.

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Last updated: 2025/02/12 15:27