prominently-formed
|prom-i-nent-ly-formed|
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/ˈprɒmɪnəntli fɔːrmd/
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/ˈprɒmɪnəntli fɔːmd/
noticeably shaped
Etymology
Etymology Information
'prominently-formed' originates from the Latin word 'prominere,' where 'pro-' meant 'forward' and 'minere' meant 'to project.'
Historical Evolution
'Prominere' transformed into the Old French word 'prominent,' and eventually became the modern English word 'prominent.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to project forward,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'standing out or easily noticeable.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a shape or structure that stands out or is easily noticeable.
The sculpture was prominently-formed, catching the attention of everyone who passed by.
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Last updated: 2025/04/29 17:48