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orderly-led

|or-der-ly-led|

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/ˈɔrdərli lɛd/

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/ˈɔːdəli lɛd/

(orderly)

neat arrangement

Base FormNoun
orderlyorderlies
Etymology
Etymology Information

'orderly' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'orderly,' where 'order' meant 'arrangement' and '-ly' was a suffix indicating manner.

Historical Evolution

'orderly' changed from the Middle English word 'orderly' and eventually became the modern English word 'orderly.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'arranged in a sequence,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'organized and controlled.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

organized and controlled in a systematic way.

The project was orderly-led, ensuring all tasks were completed on time.

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Last updated: 2025/07/04 03:09