properly-positioned
|prop-er-ly-po-si-tioned|
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/ˈprɑːpərli pəˈzɪʃənd/
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/ˈprɒpəli pəˈzɪʃənd/
correctly placed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'properly-positioned' originates from the combination of 'properly' and 'positioned', where 'properly' means 'in a suitable manner' and 'positioned' means 'placed in a particular location'.
Historical Evolution
'Properly' and 'positioned' have been used in English since the Middle Ages, evolving from Old French and Latin roots.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'properly' meant 'in a manner that is appropriate', and 'positioned' meant 'placed'. The combined term retains these meanings.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
correctly or suitably placed or arranged.
The properly-positioned furniture made the room look spacious.
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Last updated: 2025/04/24 20:50