lopsided
|lop-sid-ed|
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/ˌlɑːpˈsaɪdɪd/
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/ˌlɒpˈsaɪdɪd/
uneven or unbalanced
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lopsided' originates from the English word 'lop,' meaning 'to hang down,' combined with 'sided,' referring to one side.
Historical Evolution
'lop' changed from the Old English word 'hlop,' meaning 'to leap or run,' and eventually became the modern English word 'lop,' referring to something hanging down.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to hang down on one side,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'uneven or unbalanced.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having one side lower or smaller than the other; uneven or unbalanced.
The table was lopsided, causing the vase to slide off.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40