uninspected
|un-in-spect-ed|
B2
/ˌʌnɪnˈspɛktɪd/
(inspect)
close examination
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inspect' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inspectare,' where 'in-' meant 'into' and 'spectare' meant 'to look.'
Historical Evolution
'inspectare' transformed into the French word 'inspecter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'inspect' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to look into or examine,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not examined or checked for quality, safety, or compliance.
The shipment was uninspected before it left the warehouse.
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Last updated: 2025/05/25 12:55