rapidly-put-together
|rap-id-ly-put-to-geth-er|
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/ˈræpɪdli pʊt təˈɡɛðər/
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/ˈræpɪdli pʊt təˈɡɛðə/
quickly assembled
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rapidly-put-together' is a modern English phrase combining 'rapidly,' from Latin 'rapidus,' meaning 'swift,' and 'put together,' a common English phrase meaning 'assembled.'
Historical Evolution
'rapidly' evolved from the Latin 'rapidus' through Old French 'rapide,' while 'put together' has been used in English since the Middle Ages to describe the act of assembling.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'rapidly' meant 'swiftly,' and 'put together' meant 'assembled.' The combined phrase implies quick assembly, often with a negative connotation regarding quality.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/03/20 20:15
