infrequently-separated
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/ˌɪnˈfriːkwəntli ˈsɛpəˌreɪtɪd/
rarely divided
Etymology
Etymology Information
'infrequently-separated' originates from the combination of 'infrequent' and 'separate', where 'infrequent' means 'not occurring often' and 'separate' means 'to divide or keep apart'.
Historical Evolution
'Infrequent' comes from the Latin word 'infrequens', and 'separate' comes from the Latin word 'separatus'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'infrequent' meant 'not crowded', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'not occurring often'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
occurring or existing at irregular intervals or not often separated.
The infrequently-separated islands were difficult to reach.
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Last updated: 2025/03/21 18:26