'serendipitously-resolved' originates from the word 'serendipity,' which comes from the Persian fairy tale 'The Three Princes of Serendip,' where 'Serendip' was an old name for Sri Lanka. The word 'resolve' comes from Latin 'resolvere,' meaning 'to loosen or release.'

'Serendipity' was coined in 1754 by Horace Walpole, and 'resolve' has been used since the 14th century, evolving from Old French 'resolver.'

Initially, 'serendipity' referred to the ability to make fortunate discoveries by accident, and 'resolve' meant to solve or settle. The combined term 'serendipitously-resolved' retains these meanings, emphasizing an unexpected resolution.