safely-linked
|safe-ly-linked|
B2
/ˈseɪfli-lɪŋkt/
secure connection
Etymology
Etymology Information
The term 'safely-linked' is a compound word formed from 'safe' and 'link'. 'Safe' originates from the Old French 'sauf', meaning 'unharmed', and 'link' comes from the Old Norse 'hlekkr', meaning 'chain'.
Historical Evolution
'Safe' evolved from the Old English 'sæf', while 'link' transitioned from the Old Norse 'hlekkr' to the Middle English 'linke'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'safe' meant 'unharmed', and 'link' referred to a 'chain'. Together, they evolved to mean 'connected in a secure manner'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
connected or associated in a manner that ensures safety.
The two systems are safely-linked to prevent data breaches.
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Last updated: 2025/03/28 21:07