periodically-confirmed
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/pɪˌriːˈɒdɪkli kənˈfɜːrmd/
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/pɪˌrɪˈɒdɪkli kənˈfɜːmd/
regularly verified
Etymology
The term 'periodically-confirmed' is a compound word formed from 'periodically' and 'confirmed'. 'Periodically' originates from the Greek word 'periodikos', meaning 'recurring at intervals', and 'confirmed' comes from the Latin 'confirmare', meaning 'to strengthen or establish'.
'Periodically' evolved from the Greek 'periodikos' through Latin 'periodicus', while 'confirmed' transitioned from Latin 'confirmare' to Old French 'confirmer', eventually becoming the modern English 'confirm'.
Initially, 'periodically' meant 'recurring at intervals', and 'confirmed' meant 'to strengthen or establish'. The combined term 'periodically-confirmed' retains these meanings, emphasizing regular validation.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
verified or validated at regular intervals.
The safety of the equipment is periodically-confirmed to ensure compliance with regulations.
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Last updated: 2025/06/16 22:54