temporarily-maintained
|tem-po-rar-i-ly-main-tained|
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/ˌtɛmpəˈrɛrəli meɪnˈteɪnd/
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/ˌtɛmpəˈrɛərəli meɪnˈteɪnd/
(maintain)
keep in existence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'maintain' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'maintenir,' where 'main' meant 'hand' and 'tenir' meant 'to hold.'
Historical Evolution
'maintenir' transformed into the Middle English word 'maintainen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'maintain.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to hold in the hand,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to keep in a state of repair or operation.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
kept in a state of repair or operation for a limited period.
The temporarily-maintained bridge was safe for use during the festival.
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Last updated: 2025/04/30 01:52