single-level
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/ˈsɪŋɡəl ˈlɛvəl/
one floor
Etymology
Etymology Information
'single-level' originates from the combination of 'single' and 'level', where 'single' meant 'one' and 'level' referred to a 'flat surface'.
Historical Evolution
The term 'single-level' evolved from the architectural need to describe buildings with only one floor.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one flat surface', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a structure with only one floor'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to a structure or design that consists of only one floor or level.
The house is a single-level design, making it accessible for everyone.
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Last updated: 2025/01/19 21:03