unindustrialized
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/ˌʌnɪnˈdʌstriəˌlaɪzd/
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/ˌʌnɪnˈdʌstriəlaɪzd/
(industrialize)
underwent industrialization
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unindustrialized' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'industrialized', which comes from 'industrialize'.
Historical Evolution
'industrialize' changed from the French word 'industrialiser' and eventually became the modern English word 'industrialize'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to develop industries in a region', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not having undergone industrialization; lacking industrial development.
Many rural areas remain unindustrialized.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45