pre-packaged
|pre/pack/aged|
B2
/priːˈpækɪdʒd/
(pre-package)
pre-wrapped
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-packaged' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'package' from Middle English 'pakage', where 'pak' meant 'to pack'.
Historical Evolution
'pre-packaged' evolved from the concept of 'packaging' items before sale, a practice that became common in the 20th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'items packed before sale', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
packaged before being sold or distributed.
The pre-packaged meals are convenient for busy people.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35