medium-built
|me-di-um-built|
B2
/ˈmiːdiəm bɪlt/
average body size
Etymology
Etymology Information
'medium-built' originates from the combination of 'medium' and 'built', where 'medium' meant 'middle' and 'built' referred to 'constructed or formed'.
Historical Evolution
'medium' changed from the Latin word 'medium' meaning 'middle', and 'built' from the Old English 'byldan', eventually forming the modern English term 'medium-built'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'medium' meant 'middle' and 'built' referred to 'constructed', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having a moderate body size'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a body size that is neither small nor large, but in between.
He is a medium-built man with a friendly demeanor.
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Last updated: 2025/03/08 00:04