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sloppily-built

|slop-pi-ly-built|

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/ˈslɑːpɪli bɪlt/

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/ˈslɒpɪli bɪlt/

carelessly constructed

Etymology
Etymology Information

'sloppily-built' originates from the English word 'sloppy,' which comes from the Middle English 'slop,' meaning 'loose, untidy.' The suffix '-ly' is used to form adverbs, and 'built' is the past participle of 'build.'

Historical Evolution

'sloppy' changed from the Middle English word 'slop' and eventually became the modern English word 'sloppy.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'sloppy' meant 'loose or untidy,' and over time it evolved to describe anything done in a careless or haphazard manner.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

constructed in a careless or untidy manner.

The sloppily-built shed collapsed during the storm.

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Last updated: 2025/04/16 05:18