single-generational
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/ˈsɪŋɡəl ˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃənəl/
one generation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'single-generational' originates from the combination of 'single' and 'generational', where 'single' means 'one' and 'generational' pertains to 'generation'.
Historical Evolution
'single-generational' evolved from the combination of 'single' and 'generational', which have been used in English since the 14th and 19th centuries respectively.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to one generation', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or affecting only one generation.
The single-generational approach to family planning focuses on immediate needs.
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Last updated: 2025/01/19 00:15