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English

publicly-delivered

|pub-lic-ly-de-liv-ered|

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/ˈpʌblɪkli dɪˈlɪvərd/

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/ˈpʌblɪkli dɪˈlɪvəd/

(deliver)

transporting to a destination

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Etymology
Etymology Information

'deliver' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'delivrer,' where 'de-' meant 'away' and 'livrer' meant 'to set free.'

Historical Evolution

'delivrer' transformed into the Middle English word 'deliveren,' and eventually became the modern English word 'deliver.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to set free or liberate,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to bring or hand over.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

given or presented in a public setting or forum.

The speech was publicly-delivered at the town hall.

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Last updated: 2025/06/21 23:19