mounted
|mount/ed|
B2
/ˈmaʊntɪd/
(mount)
ascend or organize
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mounted' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'monter,' where 'monter' meant 'to climb or ascend.'
Historical Evolution
'monter' transformed into the Middle English word 'mounten,' and eventually became the modern English word 'mount.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to climb or ascend,' but over time it evolved to include meanings related to fixing or placing securely.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 2
to fix or place something securely.
The artwork was mounted on the wall.
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Adjective 1
seated or riding on a horse or other animal.
The mounted police patrolled the park.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35