justly-returned
|just-ly-re-turned|
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/ˈdʒʌstli rɪˈtɜrnd/
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/ˈdʒʌstli rɪˈtɜːnd/
fairly given back
Etymology
Etymology Information
'justly-returned' originates from the combination of 'justly,' meaning 'in a fair or rightful manner,' and 'returned,' meaning 'given back.'
Historical Evolution
'Justly' comes from the Old French 'juste,' and 'returned' from the Old French 'retourner.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'justly' meant 'in accordance with justice,' and 'returned' meant 'to go back.' The combined term 'justly-returned' maintains the original meanings.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes something that has been returned in a fair or rightful manner.
The justly-returned goods were accepted without any questions.
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Last updated: 2025/04/26 02:21