seldom-backed
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/ˈsɛldəm-bækt/
rarely supported
Etymology
Etymology Information
'seldom-backed' is a compound word formed from 'seldom' and 'backed'. 'Seldom' originates from Old English 'seldan', meaning 'rarely', and 'backed' is the past participle of 'back', meaning 'to support'.
Historical Evolution
The term 'seldom-backed' evolved as a descriptive adjective in modern English to describe something that is rarely supported.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'seldom' meant 'rarely', and 'backed' meant 'supported'. The combination retains this meaning in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
rarely supported or endorsed.
The seldom-backed proposal was eventually shelved.
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Last updated: 2025/04/22 03:34