non-flight-related
|non-flight-re-lat-ed|
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/nɑn-flaɪt-rɪˈleɪtɪd/
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/nɒn-flaɪt-rɪˈleɪtɪd/
not related to flights
Etymology
Etymology Information
The prefix 'non-' originates from Latin, meaning 'not.' The word 'flight' comes from Old English 'flyht,' meaning 'act of flying.' The suffix '-related' is derived from Latin 'relatus,' meaning 'brought back.'
Historical Evolution
'Non-flight-related' is a modern English compound adjective formed by combining 'non-' with 'flight' and 'related.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not related to flying,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not associated with or pertaining to flights or aviation.
The delay was due to non-flight-related issues.
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Last updated: 2025/03/07 16:34