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uniquely-shown

|u-nique-ly-shown|

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/juːˈniːkli ʃoʊn/

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/juːˈniːkli ʃəʊn/

distinct presentation

Etymology
Etymology Information

'uniquely' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'unicus,' where 'uni-' meant 'one' and '-cus' meant 'pertaining to.' 'Shown' comes from Old English 'sceawian,' meaning 'to look at or see.'

Historical Evolution

'uniquely' evolved from the Latin 'unicus' through Old French 'unique,' and 'shown' transformed from Old English 'sceawian' to the modern English 'show.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'uniquely' meant 'one of a kind,' and 'shown' meant 'to see or look at.' Over time, 'uniquely-shown' evolved to mean 'displayed in a distinct manner.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

displayed or presented in a manner that is distinct and unlike any other.

The artist's work was uniquely-shown in the gallery, attracting many visitors.

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