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precisely-constructed

|pre-cise-ly-con-struct-ed|

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/prɪˈsaɪsli kənˈstrʌktɪd/

exactly built

Etymology
Etymology Information

'precisely' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'praecisus,' where 'prae-' meant 'before' and 'caedere' meant 'to cut.' 'Constructed' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'constructus,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'struere' meant 'to build.'

Historical Evolution

'precisely' changed from the Old French word 'precis' and eventually became the modern English word 'precisely.' 'Constructed' transformed from the Latin word 'constructus' and eventually became the modern English word 'constructed.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'precisely' meant 'cut short' but evolved to mean 'exactly.' 'Constructed' has largely retained its meaning of 'built or formed.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

built or formed with exactness and accuracy.

The architect's design was precisely-constructed to withstand earthquakes.

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Last updated: 2025/03/07 03:11