quickly-healed
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B2
/ˈkwɪkli hiːld/
fast recovery
Etymology
Etymology Information
'quickly-healed' originates from the combination of 'quickly,' an adverb meaning 'at a fast pace,' and 'healed,' the past participle of 'heal,' meaning 'to make healthy or whole.'
Historical Evolution
'Quickly' comes from Old English 'cwiclice,' and 'heal' from Old English 'hǣlan.' The combination 'quickly-healed' is a modern English construct.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'heal' meant 'to make whole,' and 'quickly' meant 'fast.' The combination retains the original meanings, emphasizing speed in recovery.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes something that has recovered or mended in a short amount of time.
The wound was quickly-healed, leaving no scar.
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Last updated: 2025/05/24 01:32