properly-assigned
|prop-er-ly-as-signed|
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/ˈprɑːpərli əˈsaɪnd/
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/ˈprɒpəli əˈsaɪnd/
(assign)
allocate task
Etymology
Etymology Information
'assign' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'assignare,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'signare' meant 'to mark.'
Historical Evolution
'assignare' transformed into the Old French word 'assigner,' and eventually became the modern English word 'assign' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to mark or designate something,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
correctly or appropriately allocated or designated.
The tasks were properly-assigned to each team member.
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Last updated: 2025/03/26 18:42