under-management
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/ˈʌndər ˈmænɪdʒmənt/
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/ˈʌndə ˈmænɪdʒmənt/
insufficient management
Etymology
Etymology Information
'under-management' originates from the prefix 'under-' meaning 'below' or 'insufficient' and the word 'management' from Latin 'manus' meaning 'hand' and 'agere' meaning 'to act'.
Historical Evolution
'under-management' evolved from the combination of 'under-' and 'management' in modern English to describe insufficient management.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'insufficient handling or control,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or condition of being inadequately managed or supervised.
The project failed due to under-management.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42