permanently-settled
|per-ma-nent-ly-set-tled|
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/ˈpɜːrmənəntli ˈsɛtəld/
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/ˈpɜːmənəntli ˈsɛtəld/
(settle)
establish or resolve
Etymology
Etymology Information
'settle' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'setlan,' where 'setl' meant 'seat' or 'place.'
Historical Evolution
'setlan' transformed into the Middle English word 'setlen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'settle.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to place or seat,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to establish residence or resolve.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having established a long-term residence or position.
The family is permanently-settled in the countryside.
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Last updated: 2025/05/27 12:35