loosely-wrapped
|loose-ly-wrapped|
B2
/ˈluːsli ræpt/
not tightly secured
Etymology
Etymology Information
'loosely-wrapped' originates from the combination of 'loose' and 'wrap', where 'loose' meant 'not tight' and 'wrap' meant 'to cover or enclose'.
Historical Evolution
'loose' changed from Old English 'lēas' meaning 'free from' and 'wrap' from Old English 'wrappan', eventually forming the modern English word 'loosely-wrapped'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'loose' meant 'free from restraint', and 'wrap' meant 'to cover', evolving into the current meaning of 'not tightly wrapped'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not tightly or securely wrapped.
The gift was loosely-wrapped, making it easy to open.
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Last updated: 2025/06/20 08:47