seldom-controlled
|sel-dom-con-trolled|
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/ˈsɛldəm kənˈtroʊld/
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/ˈsɛldəm kənˈtrəʊld/
rarely managed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'seldom-controlled' originates from the combination of 'seldom,' meaning 'not often,' and 'controlled,' meaning 'managed or regulated.'
Historical Evolution
'seldom' comes from Old English 'seldan,' and 'controlled' comes from the Old French 'contreroller,' which means 'to check or verify.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'seldom' meant 'rarely,' and 'controlled' meant 'to exercise authority over.' The combination retains the original meanings of both words.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not often managed or regulated; infrequently under control.
The seldom-controlled river often floods the nearby fields.
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Last updated: 2025/05/09 18:54