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strictly-structured

|strict-ly-struc-tured|

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/ˈstrɪktli ˈstrʌktʃərd/

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/ˈstrɪktli ˈstrʌktʃəd/

precisely organized

Etymology
Etymology Information

'strictly-structured' originates from the combination of 'strictly' and 'structured', where 'strictly' is derived from Latin 'strictus', meaning 'tight' or 'drawn together', and 'structured' from Latin 'structura', meaning 'a fitting together, building'.

Historical Evolution

'strictly' changed from the Latin word 'strictus' and 'structured' from 'structura', eventually forming the modern English compound adjective 'strictly-structured'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'strictly' meant 'in a tight or precise manner' and 'structured' meant 'arranged or organized'. Together, they evolved to describe something organized in a very precise and controlled manner.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

organized or arranged in a very precise and controlled manner.

The curriculum is strictly-structured to ensure all topics are covered thoroughly.

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Last updated: 2025/03/25 16:18