uncommonness
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/ʌnˈkɑːmənnəs/
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/ʌnˈkɒmənnəs/
(uncommon)
rare or unusual
Etymology
Etymology Information
'uncommon' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'uncomun,' where 'un-' meant 'not' and 'comun' meant 'common.'
Historical Evolution
'uncomun' transformed into the modern English word 'uncommon' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not common,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being uncommon or rare.
The uncommonness of the artifact made it a valuable find.
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Last updated: 2025/02/03 23:06