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strategically-designed

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/strəˈtiːdʒɪkli dɪˈzaɪnd/

purposeful planning

Etymology
Etymology Information

'strategically-designed' originates from the combination of 'strategically' and 'designed'. 'Strategically' comes from 'strategy', which originates from Greek 'strategia', meaning 'generalship'. 'Designed' comes from Latin 'designare', meaning 'to mark out'.

Historical Evolution

'Strategically' evolved from the Greek 'strategia' through Latin and Old French, while 'designed' evolved from Latin 'designare' through Old French 'designer'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'strategy' meant 'generalship', but over time it evolved to mean 'a plan of action'. 'Design' initially meant 'to mark out', evolving to mean 'to create or plan'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

planned or created with a specific strategy or purpose in mind.

The building was strategically-designed to maximize natural light.

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Last updated: 2025/03/24 06:45