limitedly
|lim-it-ed-ly|
B2
/ˈlɪmɪtɪdli/
(limited)
restricted manner
Etymology
Etymology Information
'limitedly' originates from the word 'limited', which comes from the Latin word 'limitare', where 'limit-' meant 'boundary'.
Historical Evolution
'limitare' transformed into the Old French word 'limiter', and eventually became the modern English word 'limit' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to set boundaries', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'restricted or confined'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is restricted or confined within limits.
The resources were distributed limitedly among the departments.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39