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recoverably

|re/cov/er/a/bly|

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/rɪˈkʌvərəbli/

(recoverable)

capable of recovery

Base Form
recoverable
Etymology
Etymology Information

'recoverably' originates from the Latin word 'recuperare', where 're-' meant 'again' and 'cuperare' meant 'to gain or obtain'.

Historical Evolution

'recuperare' transformed into the Old French word 'recovrer', and eventually became the modern English word 'recover' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to regain possession', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of being restored or regained'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that allows for recovery or restoration.

The data was lost but recoverably so, thanks to the backup system.

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Last updated: 2025/02/11 23:40