seldom-given
|sel-dom-giv-en|
C1
/ˈsɛldəm ˈɡɪvən/
rarely provided
Etymology
Etymology Information
'seldom-given' originates from the combination of 'seldom,' meaning 'rarely,' and 'given,' meaning 'provided or granted.'
Historical Evolution
The term 'seldom-given' evolved from the Middle English word 'seldom,' which meant 'rarely,' combined with 'given,' from Old English 'giefan,' meaning 'to give.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'seldom' meant 'rarely,' and 'given' meant 'provided.' The combination has maintained its meaning of 'rarely provided.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
rarely or infrequently provided or granted.
The award is a seldom-given honor, reserved for only the most outstanding achievements.
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Last updated: 2025/05/24 23:54