uniquely-kept
|u-nique-ly-kept|
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/juˈniːkli kɛpt/
distinctly maintained
Etymology
Etymology Information
'uniquely-kept' originates from the combination of 'unique' and 'keep', where 'unique' meant 'one of a kind' and 'keep' meant 'to maintain'.
Historical Evolution
'uniquely-kept' evolved from the Middle English word 'uniquely' and 'kept', eventually forming the modern English compound adjective 'uniquely-kept'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'maintained in a unique way', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
maintained in a manner that is distinct or one-of-a-kind.
The garden was uniquely-kept, with rare plants and intricate designs.
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Last updated: 2025/05/14 00:05