properly-combined
|prop-er-ly-com-bined|
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/ˈprɑːpərli kəmˈbaɪnd/
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/ˈprɒpəli kəmˈbaɪnd/
suitably joined
Etymology
Etymology Information
'properly-combined' originates from the English words 'properly' and 'combined', where 'properly' means 'in a suitable manner' and 'combined' means 'joined together'.
Historical Evolution
'properly' and 'combined' were used separately in Middle English and eventually became the modern English compound adjective 'properly-combined'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'suitably joined', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
arranged or put together in a suitable or correct manner.
The ingredients were properly-combined to create a delicious dish.
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Last updated: 2025/07/06 18:03