under-correct
|un/der-cor/rect|
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/ˌʌndər kəˈrɛkt/
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/ˌʌndə kəˈrɛkt/
insufficient correction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'under-correct' originates from the prefix 'under-' meaning 'below' or 'less than' and the verb 'correct' meaning 'to make right or accurate'.
Historical Evolution
'Under-correct' combines the prefix 'under-' with the verb 'correct', forming a compound verb in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to correct less than needed', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to correct something to a lesser degree than necessary or appropriate.
The teacher tends to under-correct students' essays, leaving many errors unaddressed.
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Last updated: 2025/01/12 04:44