instantly-harmed
|in-stant-ly-harmed|
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/ˈɪnstəntli hɑrmd/
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/ˈɪnstəntli hɑːmd/
immediate damage
Etymology
Etymology Information
The term 'instantly-harmed' is a compound word formed by combining 'instantly' and 'harmed'. 'Instantly' originates from Latin 'instantem', meaning 'pressing, urgent', and 'harmed' comes from Old English 'hearm', meaning 'hurt, injury'.
Historical Evolution
'Instantly' evolved from Latin 'instantem' through Old French 'instanter', while 'harmed' evolved from Old English 'hearm'.
Meaning Changes
The term 'instantly-harmed' has maintained its meaning of immediate damage or injury since its formation.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
suffering damage or injury immediately.
The vase was instantly-harmed when it fell off the shelf.
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Last updated: 2025/04/25 11:52