unsolved
|un-solved|
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/ʌnˈsɑːlvd/
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/ʌnˈsɒlvd/
(solve)
find an answer
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unsolved' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the verb 'solve' from Latin 'solvere' meaning 'to loosen or untie'.
Historical Evolution
'solvere' transformed into the Old French word 'solver', and eventually became the modern English word 'solve'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'solve' meant 'to loosen or untie', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to find an answer to'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not resolved or explained.
The mystery remains unsolved.
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Last updated: 2025/02/08 01:37