unintentionally-concealed
|un-in-ten-tion-al-ly-con-cealed|
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/ˌʌnɪnˈtɛnʃənəli kənˈsiːld/
(conceal)
hidden from view
Etymology
Etymology Information
'conceal' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'concelare,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'celare' meant 'to hide.'
Historical Evolution
'concelare' transformed into the Old French word 'conceler,' and eventually became the modern English word 'conceal' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to hide together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to keep something secret or hidden.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
hidden or kept out of sight without deliberate intent.
The treasure was unintentionally-concealed by the overgrown vegetation.
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Last updated: 2025/05/29 06:56