undercommit
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/ˌʌndərkəˈmɪt/
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/ˌʌndəkəˈmɪt/
commit less
Etymology
Etymology Information
'undercommit' originates from the prefix 'under-' meaning 'below' or 'less than' and the verb 'commit' meaning 'to pledge or bind to a certain course or policy.'
Historical Evolution
'undercommit' evolved from the combination of 'under-' and 'commit' in modern English usage.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to commit less than required,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to commit less than what is expected or required.
The team decided to undercommit to ensure they could meet their deadlines.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45