multi-tiered
|mul/ti-tiered|
B2
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/ˌmʌltiˈtɪrd/
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/ˌmʌltiˈtɪəd/
multiple levels
Etymology
Etymology Information
'multi-tiered' originates from the prefix 'multi-' meaning 'many' and the word 'tier,' which comes from Old French 'tire,' meaning 'rank or row.'
Historical Evolution
'tier' changed from the Old French word 'tire' and eventually became the modern English word 'tier.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'tier' meant 'rank or row,' but over time it evolved to mean 'level or layer' in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having multiple levels or layers.
The multi-tiered cake was a centerpiece at the wedding.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45