localized
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/ˈloʊ.kə.laɪzd/
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/ˈləʊ.kə.laɪzd/
(localize)
restricted area
Etymology
Etymology Information
'localized' originates from the verb 'localize', which comes from the Latin word 'localis', meaning 'pertaining to a place'.
Historical Evolution
'localis' transformed into the French word 'localiser', and eventually became the modern English word 'localize'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make local', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'restricting to a particular area'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'localize'.
The infection was localized to the lungs.
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Adjective 1
restricted to a particular area or part.
The damage was localized to the engine.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45