infrequently-attended
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/ɪnˈfriːkwəntli əˈtɛndɪd/
(attend)
be present or care for
Etymology
Etymology Information
'attend' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'atendre,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'tendre' meant 'stretch or hold.'
Historical Evolution
'atendre' transformed into the Middle English word 'attenden,' and eventually became the modern English word 'attend.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to stretch or hold towards something,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to be present at an event or place.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes an event or place that is not often visited or attended by people.
The seminar was infrequently-attended, with only a handful of participants.
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Last updated: 2025/07/05 01:32