tidily-wrapped
|tid-i-ly-wrapped|
B2
/ˈtaɪdɪli ræpt/
neatly enclosed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tidily-wrapped' originates from the English word 'tidy,' which means 'neat and orderly,' combined with 'wrapped,' meaning 'enclosed in a covering.'
Historical Evolution
'tidy' changed from the Middle English word 'tidi,' meaning 'timely or seasonable,' and eventually became the modern English word 'tidy.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'tidy' meant 'timely or seasonable,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'neat and orderly.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
neatly and carefully wrapped.
The gift was tidily-wrapped with a bright red ribbon.
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Last updated: 2025/07/08 07:27
