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perpetually-preserved

|per-pet-u-al-ly-pre-served|

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/pərˈpɛtʃuəli prɪˈzɜrvd/

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/pəˈpɛtʃuəli prɪˈzɜːvd/

continuously maintained

Etymology
Etymology Information

'perpetually-preserved' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'perpetuus,' where 'per-' meant 'through' and 'petere' meant 'to seek,' combined with 'preservare,' where 'pre-' meant 'before' and 'servare' meant 'to keep.'

Historical Evolution

'perpetuus' transformed into the Old French word 'perpetuel,' and eventually became the modern English word 'perpetual.' Similarly, 'preservare' evolved into the Old French 'preserver,' leading to the modern English 'preserve.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'perpetual' meant 'lasting forever,' and 'preserve' meant 'to keep safe.' Combined, they evolved into the current meaning of 'continuously maintained in its original state.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

continuously maintained in its original or existing state.

The artifacts were perpetually-preserved in the museum.

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Last updated: 2025/04/24 08:56