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unusually-hidden

|un-usual-ly-hid-den|

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/ʌnˈjuːʒuəli ˈhɪdən/

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/ʌnˈjuːʒʊəli ˈhɪdən/

concealed in an uncommon way

Etymology
Etymology Information

The term 'unusually-hidden' combines 'unusual,' from Latin 'unus' meaning 'one' and 'solus' meaning 'alone,' with 'hidden,' from Old English 'hydan,' meaning 'to hide.'

Historical Evolution

'Unusual' evolved from Middle English 'unusual' and 'hidden' from Old English 'hydan,' eventually forming the modern English compound 'unusually-hidden.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'unusual' meant 'not common,' and 'hidden' meant 'concealed.' The compound 'unusually-hidden' retains these meanings, emphasizing concealment in an uncommon manner.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

not typically visible or easily found; concealed in an uncommon manner.

The treasure was unusually-hidden beneath the old oak tree.

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Last updated: 2025/06/05 16:53