solely-owned
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/ˈsoʊlli oʊnd/
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/ˈsəʊlli əʊnd/
exclusive ownership
Etymology
Etymology Information
'solely-owned' originates from the English word 'solely,' which means 'only' or 'exclusively,' combined with 'owned,' derived from the Old English 'āgnian,' meaning 'to possess.'
Historical Evolution
'solely' evolved from the Middle English 'sole,' meaning 'alone,' and 'owned' from the Old English 'āgnian.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'solely' meant 'alone' or 'by oneself,' and 'owned' meant 'to possess.' The combination now signifies exclusive ownership.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
owned by a single individual or entity without any partners or co-owners.
The company is solely-owned by the founder.
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Last updated: 2025/01/17 18:26