confined
|con-fined|
B2
/kənˈfaɪnd/
(confine)
restricted area
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
