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irregularly-sloped

|ir-reg-u-lar-ly-sloped|

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/ɪˈrɛɡjələrli sloʊpt/

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/ɪˈrɛɡjʊləli sləʊpt/

uneven surface

Etymology
Etymology Information

'irregularly-sloped' originates from the combination of 'irregularly' and 'sloped', where 'irregularly' is derived from Latin 'irregularis', meaning 'not regular', and 'sloped' from Old English 'slope', meaning 'incline'.

Historical Evolution

'irregularly-sloped' changed from the combination of 'irregular' and 'slope' in Middle English, eventually becoming the modern English term 'irregularly-sloped'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'irregularly-sloped' meant 'not having a regular slope', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having a surface that is not even or level, with varying inclines.

The irregularly-sloped terrain made it difficult to build a house.

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Last updated: 2025/04/14 19:12