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strictly-made

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/ˈstrɪktli-meɪd/

constructed with precision

Etymology
Etymology Information

'strictly-made' originates from the combination of 'strictly' and 'made', where 'strictly' is derived from Latin 'strictus', meaning 'tight' or 'drawn together', and 'made' is the past participle of 'make', from Old English 'macian'.

Historical Evolution

'strictly' evolved from the Latin 'strictus' through Old French 'estrict', and 'made' from Old English 'macian', eventually forming the modern English term 'strictly-made'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'strictly' meant 'tightly' or 'closely', and 'made' referred to 'constructed'. Together, they evolved to mean 'constructed with strict adherence to standards'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

constructed or produced with strict adherence to specific standards or rules.

The strictly-made regulations ensured the safety of the product.

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