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uniquely-delivered

|u-nique-ly-de-liv-ered|

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/juˈniːkli dɪˈlɪvərd/

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/juˈniːkli dɪˈlɪvəd/

distinct delivery

Etymology
Etymology Information

'uniquely-delivered' originates from the combination of 'unique' and 'deliver', where 'unique' comes from Latin 'unicus' meaning 'only one' and 'deliver' from Old French 'delivrer' meaning 'to set free'.

Historical Evolution

'uniquely-delivered' combines the adjective 'unique' with the past participle 'delivered', forming a modern English compound adjective.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'unique' meant 'only one of its kind', and 'deliver' meant 'to set free'. Together, they evolved to describe a distinct manner of delivery.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

describes something that has been delivered in a manner that is distinct or without equal.

The package was uniquely-delivered, ensuring it arrived on time despite the storm.

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Last updated: 2025/05/27 17:11