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typically-built

|typ-i-cal-ly-built|

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/ˈtɪpɪkli bɪlt/

(typical)

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Base FormNounAdverbAdverb
typicaltypicalitytypicallyuntypically
Etymology
Etymology Information

'typically' originates from the Greek word 'typikos,' meaning 'of the nature of a type,' and 'built' comes from the Old English 'byldan,' meaning 'to construct.'

Historical Evolution

'typikos' transformed into the Latin 'typicalis,' and eventually became the modern English word 'typical.' 'Byldan' evolved into the Middle English 'bilden,' and eventually became 'build.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'typical' meant 'of a type,' and 'built' meant 'to construct.' Over time, 'typically-built' evolved to describe something constructed in a common or usual manner.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having a structure or form that is common or usual for a particular type or category.

The house was typically-built for the region, with a sloped roof and wooden beams.

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Last updated: 2025/03/28 18:00