terrain-unsuited
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/təˈreɪn ʌnˈsuːtɪd/
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/təˈreɪn ʌnˈsjuːtɪd/
unsuitable for land
Etymology
'terrain-unsuited' is a compound word formed from 'terrain' and 'unsuited'. 'Terrain' originates from Latin 'terra', meaning 'earth', and 'unsuited' is derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not', and 'suited', from Old French 'suiter', meaning 'to follow'.
'Terrain' evolved from the Latin 'terra' through Old French 'terrein', while 'unsuited' developed from the Old French 'suiter' with the prefix 'un-' added in English.
Initially, 'terrain' referred to 'land' or 'earth', and 'unsuited' meant 'not following or matching'. Together, they evolved to mean 'not suitable for a specific type of land'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not suitable or appropriate for a particular type of terrain.
The vehicle was terrain-unsuited for the rocky paths.
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Last updated: 2025/02/03 05:01