unintentionally-lapsed
|un-in-ten-tion-al-ly-lapsed|
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/ˌʌnɪnˈtɛnʃənəli læpst/
(lapse)
temporary failure or gradual transition
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lapse' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'lapsus,' where 'laps-' meant 'to slip or fall.'
Historical Evolution
'lapsus' transformed into the Old French word 'laps,' and eventually became the modern English word 'lapse' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to slip or fall,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to expire or fall into disuse.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describing something that has expired or fallen into disuse without intention.
The contract was unintentionally-lapsed due to oversight.
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Last updated: 2025/05/05 08:33