negligently-handled
|neg-li-gent-ly-hand-led|
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/ˈnɛɡlɪdʒəntli ˈhændəld/
careless handling
Etymology
Etymology Information
'negligently-handled' originates from the Latin word 'negligentia,' where 'neg-' meant 'not' and 'legere' meant 'to pick up or choose.'
Historical Evolution
'negligentia' transformed into the Old French word 'negligence,' and eventually became the modern English word 'negligence' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not choosing or picking up,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'careless or neglectful handling.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
handled in a careless or neglectful manner.
The equipment was negligently-handled, leading to its malfunction.
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Last updated: 2025/03/30 09:47