securely-wrapped
|se-cure-ly-wrapped|
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/sɪˈkjʊrli ræpt/
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/sɪˈkjʊəli ræpt/
safely enclosed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'securely-wrapped' originates from the combination of 'securely' and 'wrapped', where 'securely' means 'in a safe manner' and 'wrapped' means 'covered or enclosed'.
Historical Evolution
'Securely' comes from the Latin word 'securus', meaning 'free from care', and 'wrapped' comes from the Old English 'wrappan', meaning 'to cover'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'securely-wrapped' meant 'covered in a safe manner', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
enclosed or covered in a manner that ensures safety or protection.
The package was securely-wrapped to prevent any damage during shipping.
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Last updated: 2025/06/05 08:20