thoroughly-fixed
|thor-ough-ly-fixed|
B2
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/ˈθɜːrəli fɪkst/
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/ˈθʌrəli fɪkst/
completely secure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'thoroughly-fixed' originates from the combination of 'thoroughly,' meaning 'completely,' and 'fixed,' meaning 'securely attached or set in place.'
Historical Evolution
The term 'thoroughly-fixed' evolved from the Middle English 'fixen,' which meant 'to fasten or attach securely.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'securely attached,' and over time it evolved to emphasize the completeness of the attachment.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
completely and securely established or set in place.
The thoroughly-fixed shelves could hold a lot of weight.
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Last updated: 2025/04/29 02:35