steadily-advancing
|stead-i-ly-ad-vanc-ing|
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/ˈstɛdɪli əˈdvænsɪŋ/
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/ˈstɛdɪli ədˈvɑːnsɪŋ/
(advance)
forward movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'advance' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'avancer,' where 'avant' meant 'before.'
Historical Evolution
'avancer' transformed into the Middle English word 'avauncen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'advance.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to move forward,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
progressing at a consistent and reliable pace.
The project is steadily-advancing towards completion.
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Last updated: 2025/05/19 17:24