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traditionally-spread

|tra-di-tion-al-ly-spread|

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/trəˈdɪʃənəli sprɛd/

widely accepted by tradition

Etymology
Etymology Information

'traditionally' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'traditionem,' where 'traditio' meant 'a giving up, delivering up, surrender.' 'Spread' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'sprædan,' meaning 'to stretch out.'

Historical Evolution

'traditionem' transformed into the Old French word 'tradicion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'tradition.' 'Sprædan' evolved into the Middle English word 'spreden,' and eventually became the modern English word 'spread.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'traditionem' meant 'a giving up or surrender,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'customs passed down.' 'Sprædan' initially meant 'to stretch out,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

widely distributed or accepted according to tradition.

The custom is traditionally-spread across the region.

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Last updated: 2025/05/19 10:37