loosely-managed
|loose-ly-man-aged|
B2
/ˈluːsli ˈmænɪdʒd/
lax control
Etymology
Etymology Information
'loosely-managed' originates from the combination of 'loose' and 'manage,' where 'loose' meant 'not tight' and 'manage' meant 'to control or direct.'
Historical Evolution
'loose' changed from Old English 'lēas' meaning 'free from' and 'manage' from Italian 'maneggiare,' meaning 'to handle.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'loose' meant 'free from restraint,' and 'manage' meant 'to handle,' evolving into the current meaning of 'not strictly controlled.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not strictly controlled or organized; lacking tight regulation or supervision.
The project was loosely-managed, leading to several delays.
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Last updated: 2025/03/29 05:12