swiftly-dispatched
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B2
/ˈswɪftli dɪˈspætʃt/
quickly sent
Etymology
Etymology Information
'swiftly-dispatched' originates from the combination of 'swiftly,' meaning 'quickly,' and 'dispatched,' meaning 'sent off or away.'
Historical Evolution
The term 'swiftly-dispatched' combines the adverb 'swiftly' from Old English 'swiftlice' and the past participle 'dispatched' from Old French 'despechier.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'sent off quickly,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
executed or sent out quickly and efficiently.
The swiftly-dispatched team arrived at the scene within minutes.
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Last updated: 2025/06/05 05:02