loosely-controlled
|loose-ly-con-trolled|
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/ˈluːsli kənˈtroʊld/
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/ˈluːsli kənˈtrəʊld/
flexible management
Etymology
Etymology Information
'loosely-controlled' originates from the combination of 'loose' and 'control', where 'loose' meant 'not tight' and 'control' meant 'to regulate or manage'.
Historical Evolution
'loose' and 'control' were combined in modern English to form the compound adjective 'loosely-controlled'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'loose' meant 'not tight', and 'control' meant 'to regulate'. Together, they evolved to describe a state of flexible management.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not strictly regulated or managed; allowing for flexibility or freedom.
The project was loosely-controlled, allowing team members to explore creative solutions.
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Last updated: 2025/03/26 12:06