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ordinarily-constructed

|or-di-na-ri-ly-con-struct-ed|

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/ˌɔːr.dəˈner.ɪ.li kənˈstrʌktɪd/

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/ˌɔː.dɪˈnɛə.rɪ.li kənˈstrʌktɪd/

typically built

Etymology
Etymology Information

'ordinarily' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'ordinarius,' where 'ordin-' meant 'order.' 'Constructed' comes from Latin 'constructus,' the past participle of 'construere,' meaning 'to heap together.'

Historical Evolution

'Ordinarily' changed from the Old French word 'ordinaire' and eventually became the modern English word 'ordinarily.' 'Constructed' evolved from the Latin 'constructus' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'ordinarily' meant 'in an orderly manner,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'usually.' 'Constructed' has largely retained its original meaning of 'built or formed.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

built or formed in a usual or typical manner.

The house was ordinarily-constructed, with no unique features.

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Last updated: 2025/03/31 08:20