non-traditional
|non/tra/di/tion/al|
/nɒn-trəˈdɪʃənl/
(traditional)
relating to tradition
Etymology
'non-traditional' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'traditional,' which comes from Latin 'traditionem,' meaning 'delivery, surrender, a handing down.'
'traditional' evolved from the Latin word 'traditionem' through Old French 'tradicion' and eventually became the modern English word 'traditional.'
Initially, 'traditional' meant 'a handing down of customs or beliefs,' but 'non-traditional' evolved to mean 'not following these customs or beliefs.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not conforming to or following established customs, beliefs, or practices.
The couple had a non-traditional wedding ceremony.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45