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strictly-managed

|strict-ly-man-aged|

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/ˈstrɪktli ˈmænɪdʒd/

controlled with strict rules

Etymology
Etymology Information

'strictly-managed' originates from the combination of 'strictly' and 'managed'. 'Strictly' comes from the Latin 'strictus', meaning 'tight' or 'drawn together', and 'managed' is derived from the Italian 'maneggiare', meaning 'to handle'.

Historical Evolution

'strictus' transformed into the Old French 'estrict', and eventually became the modern English word 'strict'. 'Maneggiare' evolved into the French 'maneger', and eventually became 'manage' in English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'strictly' meant 'in a tight manner', and 'manage' meant 'to handle'. Over time, 'strictly-managed' evolved to mean 'controlled with strict rules'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

controlled or organized with strict rules or guidelines.

The company is strictly-managed to ensure high productivity.

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Last updated: 2025/03/28 05:54