precisely-split
|pre-cise-ly-split|
B2
/prɪˈsaɪsli-splɪt/
exactly divided
Etymology
Etymology Information
'precisely-split' originates from the combination of 'precisely' and 'split', where 'precisely' means 'exactly' and 'split' means 'to divide'.
Historical Evolution
'precisely' comes from the Latin word 'precisus', meaning 'cut off', and 'split' comes from the Old English 'splittan', meaning 'to divide'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'precisely' meant 'exactly' and 'split' meant 'to divide', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
divided or separated with exactness and accuracy.
The precisely-split logs were ready for the fireplace.
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Last updated: 2025/05/10 14:52