unexpectedly-dealt
|un-ex-pect-ed-ly-dealt|
B2
/ˌʌnɪkˈspɛktɪdli-dɛlt/
(deal)
agreement or distribution
Etymology
Etymology Information
'deal' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'dǣlan,' where 'dǣl' meant 'part' or 'portion.'
Historical Evolution
'dǣlan' transformed into the Middle English word 'delen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'deal.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to divide or distribute,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to handle or manage.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
handled or managed in a way that was not anticipated.
The situation was unexpectedly-dealt with by the new manager.
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Last updated: 2025/06/29 12:22