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rustic-oriented

|rus-tic-o-ri-en-ted|

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/ˈrʌstɪk ˈɔːrientɪd/

focus on rural characteristics

Etymology
Etymology Information

'rustic-oriented' originates from the English word 'rustic,' which comes from the Latin word 'rusticus,' meaning 'of the countryside.' The suffix '-oriented' is derived from the Latin 'orientare,' meaning 'to arrange or align.'

Historical Evolution

'rusticus' transformed into the Old French word 'rustique,' and eventually became the modern English word 'rustic.' The combination with 'oriented' formed the compound adjective 'rustic-oriented.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'rustic' meant 'of the countryside,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage, with 'rustic-oriented' emphasizing a focus on such characteristics.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having a focus or inclination towards rustic or rural characteristics.

The new restaurant has a rustic-oriented design, with wooden beams and stone walls.

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Last updated: 2025/02/23 08:21