neatly-kept
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B2
/ˈniːtli kɛpt/
tidy and maintained
Etymology
Etymology Information
'neatly-kept' originates from the combination of 'neatly' and 'kept', where 'neatly' is derived from 'neat', meaning 'tidy', and 'kept' is the past participle of 'keep', meaning 'to maintain'.
Historical Evolution
'neatly-kept' evolved from the Middle English word 'neat', which meant 'clean' or 'tidy', and 'kept', which has been used in English since the 14th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'neat' meant 'clean' or 'tidy', and 'kept' meant 'maintained'. The combination has retained its meaning of being well-maintained and tidy.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
maintained in a tidy and orderly manner.
The garden was neatly-kept, with every flower in its place.
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