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structurally

|struc/tur/al/ly|

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/ˈstrʌk.tʃər.əl.i/

(structural)

relating to structure

Base Form
structural
Etymology
Etymology Information

'structurally' originates from the Latin word 'structura,' where 'structura' meant 'a fitting together, building.'

Historical Evolution

'structura' transformed into the Old French word 'structure,' and eventually became the modern English word 'structure' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a fitting together or building,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to the structure of something.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner relating to the structure of something.

The building is structurally sound.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42