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luckily-set

|luck-i-ly-set|

B2

/ˈlʌkɪli sɛt/

Fortunate positioning

Etymology
Etymology Information

'luckily-set' is a compound word formed from 'luckily' and 'set'. 'Luckily' originates from 'luck', which comes from Middle Dutch 'luc', meaning 'happiness or good fortune'. 'Set' comes from Old English 'settan', meaning 'to place or put'.

Historical Evolution

'luckily' evolved from the Middle English 'luckely', and 'set' from the Old English 'settan'. Together, they form the modern English compound 'luckily-set'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'luckily' meant 'by good fortune', and 'set' meant 'to place'. Together, they convey the idea of being placed in a fortunate position.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

fortunate or well-positioned by chance.

The team was luckily-set to win the championship.

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Last updated: 2025/05/19 23:05