restorably
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/rɪˈstɔːrəbli/
(restorable)
capable of being restored
Etymology
Etymology Information
'restorably' originates from the Latin word 'restaurare', where 're-' meant 'again' and 'staurare' meant 'to build'.
Historical Evolution
'restaurare' transformed into the Old French word 'restorer', and eventually became the modern English word 'restore', from which 'restorably' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to build again', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of being restored'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that can be restored or repaired.
The painting was damaged but restorably so.
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Last updated: 2025/02/06 17:54