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confined

|con-fined|

B2

/kənˈfaɪnd/

(confine)

restricted area

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Etymology
Etymology Information

'confined' originates from the Latin word 'confinare,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'finis' meant 'boundary.'

Historical Evolution

'confinare' transformed into the Old French word 'confiner,' and eventually became the modern English word 'confine.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to border or limit,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'restricted or limited.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

restricted in area or volume; cramped.

The patient was confined to a small room.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35