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non-traditional

|non/tra/di/tion/al|

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/nɒn-trəˈdɪʃənl/

(traditional)

relating to tradition

Base FormNounAdverb
traditionaltraditiontraditionally
Etymology
Etymology Information

'non-traditional' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'traditional,' which comes from Latin 'traditionem,' meaning 'delivery, surrender, a handing down.'

Historical Evolution

'traditional' evolved from the Latin word 'traditionem' through Old French 'tradicion' and eventually became the modern English word 'traditional.'

Meaning Changes

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