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ordinarily-built

|or-di-na-ri-ly-built|

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/ˌɔːr.dəˈner.ɪ.li bɪlt/

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/ˌɔː.dɪˈnɛə.rɪ.li bɪlt/

standard structure

Etymology
Etymology Information

'ordinarily-built' originates from the English word 'ordinary,' which comes from the Latin word 'ordinarius,' meaning 'regular or usual.'

Historical Evolution

'Ordinary' evolved from the Latin 'ordinarius' through Old French 'ordinaire' and eventually became the modern English word 'ordinary.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'regular or usual,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having a standard or typical physical structure; not exceptionally large or small.

The house was ordinarily-built, with no extravagant features.

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Last updated: 2025/03/27 18:21