obtainably
|ob-tain-a-bly|
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/əbˈteɪnəbli/
(obtainable)
able to be acquired
Etymology
Etymology Information
'obtainably' originates from the Latin word 'obtinere,' where 'ob-' meant 'toward' and 'tenere' meant 'to hold.'
Historical Evolution
'obtinere' transformed into the Old French word 'obtenir,' and eventually became the modern English word 'obtain' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to hold or possess,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to acquire or get something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that can be obtained or acquired.
The rare book was obtainably priced at the auction.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45
