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unequally-split

|un-e-qual-ly-split|

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/ʌnˈiːkwəli splɪt/

unfair division

Etymology
Etymology Information

'unequally-split' originates from the combination of 'unequal' and 'split', where 'unequal' means 'not equal' and 'split' means 'to divide'.

Historical Evolution

'unequal' changed from the Old English word 'unequal' and 'split' from the Middle English word 'splitten', eventually forming the modern English term 'unequally-split'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'unequal' meant 'not equal', and 'split' meant 'to divide'. Over time, the combined term 'unequally-split' evolved to specifically describe divisions that are not fair or balanced.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

divided in a manner that is not equal or fair.

The inheritance was unequally-split among the siblings.

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Last updated: 2025/05/03 19:31