rightfully-taken
|right-ful-ly-tak-en|
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/ˈraɪtfəli ˈteɪkən/
justly acquired
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rightfully-taken' originates from the combination of 'rightfully,' meaning 'in accordance with justice or law,' and 'taken,' the past participle of 'take,' meaning 'to acquire possession.'
Historical Evolution
'Rightfully-taken' combines the Old English 'riht' (right) and 'tacan' (take), evolving into the modern English phrase.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'acquired in a just manner,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
possessed or acquired in a manner that is just, fair, or in accordance with the law.
The land was rightfully-taken by the government for public use.
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Last updated: 2025/04/10 16:02