understocked
|un/der/stocked|
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/ˌʌndərˈstɑːkt/
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/ˌʌndəˈstɒkt/
(understock)
insufficient supply
Etymology
Etymology Information
'understock' originates from the prefix 'under-' meaning 'below' or 'less than' and the word 'stock' meaning 'supply of goods'.
Historical Evolution
'Understock' evolved from the combination of 'under' and 'stock' in Middle English, maintaining its meaning related to insufficient supply.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'less than sufficient supply', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having fewer goods or supplies than are needed or expected.
The store was understocked during the holiday season.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39