sturdily-made
|stur-di-ly-made|
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/ˈstɜːrdɪli meɪd/
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/ˈstɜːdɪli meɪd/
(sturdy)
strong and robust
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sturdy' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'estourdi,' where 'estour-' meant 'stunned' or 'dazed.'
Historical Evolution
'estourdi' transformed into the Middle English word 'sturdy,' and eventually became the modern English word 'sturdy.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'stunned or dazed,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'strong and robust.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
constructed in a robust and durable manner.
The sturdily-made table withstood years of heavy use.
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Last updated: 2025/03/17 07:33