plainly-built
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B2
/ˈpleɪnli bɪlt/
simple construction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'plainly-built' originates from the combination of 'plainly' and 'built', where 'plainly' means 'in a simple manner' and 'built' refers to the construction or structure of something.
Historical Evolution
'Plainly-built' combines the adverb 'plainly' from Middle English 'pleynly' and the past participle 'built' from Old English 'byldan'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'constructed in a simple manner', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
constructed in a simple, unadorned manner.
The house was plainly-built, with no decorative features.
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Last updated: 2025/03/06 18:23