purposely-established
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/ˈpɜːrpəsli ɪˈstæblɪʃt/
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/ˈpɜːpəsli ɪˈstæblɪʃt/
(establish)
set up or prove
Etymology
Etymology Information
'establish' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'establir,' where 'est-' meant 'to make' and 'ablir' meant 'to stand or place.'
Historical Evolution
'establir' transformed into the Middle English word 'establissen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'establish.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make stand or place,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to set up or create.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
intentionally set up or created for a specific purpose.
The purposely-established committee was tasked with overseeing the project.
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Last updated: 2025/04/19 12:30