loosely-joined
|loose-ly-joined|
B2
/ˈluːsli dʒɔɪnd/
not tightly connected
Etymology
Etymology Information
'loosely-joined' originates from the combination of 'loose' and 'join', where 'loose' meant 'not tight' and 'join' meant 'to connect'.
Historical Evolution
'loose' and 'join' were combined in modern English to form the compound adjective 'loosely-joined'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'loose' meant 'not tight' and 'join' meant 'to connect', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
connected or attached in a way that is not tight or secure.
The parts of the machine were loosely-joined, causing it to rattle.
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Last updated: 2025/04/04 11:54