richly-appointed
|rich-ly-ap-point-ed|
C1
/ˈrɪtʃli əˈpɔɪntɪd/
luxuriously furnished
Etymology
Etymology Information
'richly-appointed' originates from the combination of 'richly,' meaning 'in a rich manner,' and 'appointed,' meaning 'furnished or equipped.'
Historical Evolution
'richly' comes from the Old English word 'riche,' meaning 'wealthy,' and 'appointed' from the Old French 'apointier,' meaning 'to prepare or arrange.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'appointed' meant 'prepared or arranged,' but in this context, it evolved to mean 'furnished or equipped in a luxurious manner.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
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