reactively-erected
|re-ac-tive-ly-e-rect-ed|
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/riˈæktɪvli ɪˈrɛktɪd/
(erect)
upright or build
Etymology
Etymology Information
'erect' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'erectus,' where 'e-' meant 'out' and 'regere' meant 'to direct or keep straight.'
Historical Evolution
'erectus' transformed into the Old French word 'erect,' and eventually became the modern English word 'erect' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to raise or set up,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to build or construct.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
constructed or built in response to a stimulus or situation.
The reactively-erected barriers were put up after the flood warnings.
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Last updated: 2025/03/21 00:06