incidentally
|in-ci-dent-al-ly|
B2
/ˌɪn.sɪˈden.təl.i/
(incident)
noteworthy event
Etymology
Etymology Information
'incidentally' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'incidentalis,' where 'incidere' meant 'to fall upon.'
Historical Evolution
'incidentalis' transformed into the French word 'incidentel,' and eventually became the modern English word 'incidentally' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'happening as a minor accompaniment,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'by the way.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
used to introduce a statement that provides additional information or a side note.
Incidentally, I saw your brother at the store yesterday.
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Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39