state-regulated
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/steɪt ˈrɛɡjəˌleɪtɪd/
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/steɪt ˈrɛɡjʊˌleɪtɪd/
government-controlled
Etymology
Etymology Information
'state-regulated' originates from the combination of 'state' and 'regulated', where 'state' refers to a governing body and 'regulated' means controlled or managed according to rules.
Historical Evolution
The term 'regulated' comes from the Latin word 'regulare', meaning 'to control by rule'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'regulated' meant 'to control by rule', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
controlled or supervised by a government or state authority.
The sale of alcohol is state-regulated in many countries.
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Last updated: 2025/02/04 03:12