normally-developed
|nor-mal-ly-de-vel-oped|
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/ˈnɔːrməli dɪˈvɛləpt/
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/ˈnɔːməli dɪˈvɛləpt/
(develop)
growth and progress
Etymology
Etymology Information
'develop' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'desveloper,' where 'des-' meant 'un-' and 'veloper' meant 'to wrap.'
Historical Evolution
'desveloper' transformed into the English word 'develop,' and eventually became the modern English word 'develop' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to unwrap or unfold,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to grow or progress.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having reached a normal stage of growth or progress.
The child is normally-developed for his age.
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Last updated: 2025/06/27 05:07