casualized
|cas-u-al-ized|
C1
/ˈkæʒ.ju.ə.laɪzd/
(casualize)
make informal
Etymology
Etymology Information
'casualize' originates from the word 'casual,' which comes from Latin 'casualis,' meaning 'by chance.'
Historical Evolution
'casualis' transformed into the Old French word 'casuel,' and eventually became the modern English word 'casual.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'by chance,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'informal or relaxed.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to make something less formal or more relaxed.
The company casualized its dress code to improve employee comfort.
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Verb 2
past tense or past participle form of 'casualize'.
The office environment was casualized over the years.
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42