loosely-structured
|loose-ly-struc-tured|
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/ˈluːsli ˈstrʌktʃərd/
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/ˈluːsli ˈstrʌktʃəd/
flexible arrangement
Etymology
'loosely-structured' originates from the combination of 'loose' and 'structure', where 'loose' meant 'not tight' and 'structure' referred to 'the arrangement of parts'.
'loose' and 'structure' were combined in modern English to form the adjective 'loosely-structured'.
Initially, 'loose' meant 'not tight', and 'structure' referred to 'arrangement'. Together, they evolved to describe something not tightly organized.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not tightly organized or arranged; lacking a rigid or strict structure.
The project was loosely-structured, allowing for creative input from all team members.
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Last updated: 2025/03/26 11:33