sloppily-done
|slop-pi-ly-done|
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/ˈslɑːpɪli dʌn/
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/ˈslɒpɪli dʌn/
(sloppy)
messy or careless
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sloppily-done' originates from the word 'sloppy,' which comes from the Middle English word 'slop,' meaning 'loose, untidy.'
Historical Evolution
'slop' evolved into 'sloppy' in modern English, and the adverbial form 'sloppily' was combined with 'done' to describe actions performed carelessly.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'slop' referred to loose clothing, but over time it evolved to describe untidy or careless actions.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
performed in a careless or hasty manner, lacking attention to detail.
The report was sloppily-done, with numerous errors throughout.
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Last updated: 2025/04/04 16:51