unobstructive
|un-ob-struc-tive|
C1
/ˌʌnəbˈstrʌktɪv/
not blocking
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unobstructive' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'obstructive', which comes from Latin 'obstruere', meaning 'to build against'.
Historical Evolution
'obstruere' transformed into the English word 'obstructive', and with the addition of 'un-', it became 'unobstructive'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'obstructive' meant 'to block or hinder', and 'unobstructive' evolved to mean 'not blocking or hindering'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not causing or creating an obstruction; allowing free passage or movement.
The unobstructive design of the furniture allowed for easy movement around the room.
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Last updated: 2025/05/24 18:58