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unusually-structured

|un-usual-ly-struc-tured|

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/ʌnˈjuːʒuəli ˈstrʌktʃərd/

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/ʌnˈjuːʒuəli ˈstrʌktʃəd/

Atypical structure

Etymology
Etymology Information

The word 'unusually-structured' is a compound adjective formed by combining 'unusually' and 'structured'. 'Unusually' originates from 'usual', which comes from Latin 'usualis', meaning 'customary'. 'Structured' comes from 'structure', which originates from Latin 'structura', meaning 'a fitting together, building'.

Historical Evolution

'Unusually' evolved from Middle English 'usual', and 'structured' evolved from Middle English 'structuren'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'unusually' meant 'not usual', and 'structured' meant 'arranged in a definite pattern'. The combined form retains these meanings.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having a structure that is not typical or common.

The building was unusually-structured, with its spiral design and floating floors.

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Last updated: 2025/04/04 04:00