properly-aligned
|prop-er-ly-a-ligned|
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/ˈprɑːpərli əˈlaɪnd/
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/ˈprɒpəli əˈlaɪnd/
(align)
arrange in line
Etymology
Etymology Information
'align' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'alignier,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'ligne' meant 'line.'
Historical Evolution
'alignier' transformed into the Middle English word 'alignen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'align.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bring into a line,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'arrange in a correct position.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
arranged in a correct or suitable position.
The engineer ensured that all the components were properly-aligned before starting the machine.
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Last updated: 2025/04/07 16:43