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suddenly-transferred

|sud-den-ly-trans-ferred|

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/ˈsʌdənli ˈtrænsfərd/

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/ˈsʌdənli ˈtrænsfɜːd/

abrupt relocation

Etymology
Etymology Information

'suddenly-transferred' originates from the combination of 'suddenly' and 'transferred', where 'suddenly' comes from Middle English 'sodein', meaning 'unexpected', and 'transferred' from Latin 'transferre', meaning 'to carry across'.

Historical Evolution

'suddenly' changed from Middle English 'sodein' to its modern form, while 'transferred' evolved from Latin 'transferre' through Old French 'transferer'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'suddenly' meant 'unexpected', and 'transferred' meant 'to carry across'. The combined form retains the essence of both meanings.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

moved or relocated abruptly and without prior notice.

The employee was suddenly-transferred to a different department.

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Last updated: 2025/05/27 13:09