uniquely-shown
|u-nique-ly-shown|
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/juːˈniːkli ʃoʊn/
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/juːˈniːkli ʃəʊn/
distinct presentation
Etymology
'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.'
'uniquely' evolved from the Latin 'unicus' through Old French 'unique,' and 'shown' transformed from Old English 'sceawian' to the modern English 'show.'
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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Last updated: 2025/05/27 11:07
