under-packaged
|un-der-pack-aged|
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/ˌʌndərˈpækɪdʒd/
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/ˌʌndəˈpækɪdʒd/
(under-package)
insufficiently packaged
Etymology
Etymology Information
'under-packaged' originates from the prefix 'under-' meaning 'below' or 'not enough' and the word 'package' from Middle English 'pakage', where 'pak' meant 'to pack'.
Historical Evolution
'under-packaged' evolved from the combination of 'under-' and 'package', reflecting the idea of insufficient packaging.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not fully packaged', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not sufficiently packaged or wrapped, often leading to potential damage or spoilage.
The product was under-packaged, resulting in damage during shipping.
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Last updated: 2025/07/08 08:18