non-central
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/nɑn-ˈsɛntrəl/
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/nɒn-ˈsɛntrəl/
(central)
center, essential
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-central' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'central' from Latin 'centralis', where 'centrum' meant 'center'.
Historical Evolution
'centralis' transformed into the English word 'central', and the prefix 'non-' was added to form 'non-central'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'central' meant 'of the center', and 'non-central' evolved to mean 'not of the center'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not located in the center or main area; peripheral or marginal.
The non-central location of the office made it less accessible.
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Last updated: 2025/04/25 15:43