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library-centered

|li/brar/y-cen/tered|

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/ˈlaɪˌbrɛr.i ˈsɛn.tərd/

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/ˈlaɪ.brər.i ˈsɛn.təd/

focused on libraries

Etymology
Etymology Information

The term 'library-centered' combines 'library,' from the Latin 'librarium,' meaning 'a place for books,' and 'centered,' from the Latin 'centrum,' meaning 'center.'

Historical Evolution

'Library' evolved from the Latin 'librarium' through Old French 'librarie' to Middle English 'library.' 'Centered' evolved from the Latin 'centrum' through Old French 'centre' to Middle English 'centered.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'library' referred to a place for books, and 'centered' meant focused on a central point. Together, they evolved to mean focused on libraries.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

focused on or revolving around a library or libraries.

The new educational program is library-centered, encouraging students to utilize library resources extensively.

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Last updated: 2025/01/31 06:04