precisely-altered
|pre-cise-ly-al-tered|
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/prɪˈsaɪsli ˈɔltərd/
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/prɪˈsaɪsli ˈɔːltəd/
(alter)
change
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alter' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'alterare,' where 'alter' meant 'other' or 'to change.'
Historical Evolution
'alterare' transformed into the Old French word 'alterer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'alter' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to change or make different,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
changed or modified with exactness and accuracy.
The blueprint was precisely-altered to meet the new specifications.
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Last updated: 2025/04/01 11:28