rapidly-built
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B2
/ˈræpɪdli bɪlt/
quickly constructed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rapidly-built' originates from the English word 'rapidly,' which comes from the Latin word 'rapidus,' meaning 'swift,' and 'built,' from the Old English 'byldan,' meaning 'to construct.'
Historical Evolution
'rapidly' changed from the Latin 'rapidus' to the modern English 'rapidly,' and 'built' evolved from the Old English 'byldan' to the modern English 'built.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'rapidly' meant 'swiftly,' and 'built' meant 'to construct,' which has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
constructed or assembled in a short period of time.
The rapidly-built shelter provided immediate relief to the victims of the storm.
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Last updated: 2025/03/18 19:51
