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securely-packaged

|se-cure-ly-pack-aged|

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/sɪˈkjʊrli ˈpækɪdʒd/

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/sɪˈkjʊəli ˈpækɪdʒd/

safely packed

Etymology
Etymology Information

'securely-packaged' originates from the combination of 'securely' and 'packaged'. 'Securely' comes from the Latin word 'securus', meaning 'free from care', and 'packaged' is derived from 'package', which comes from the Middle English 'pakke', meaning 'bundle'.

Historical Evolution

'securely' evolved from the Latin 'securus' through Old French 'secur', and 'packaged' evolved from Middle English 'pakke', eventually forming the modern English term 'securely-packaged'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'securely' meant 'free from care', and 'packaged' meant 'bundle'. Over time, 'securely-packaged' evolved to mean 'packed in a manner that ensures safety'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

packed in a manner that ensures safety and protection.

The fragile items were securely-packaged to prevent damage during shipping.

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Last updated: 2025/06/20 07:56