lowermost
|low-er-most|
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/ˈloʊərˌmoʊst/
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/ˈləʊəˌməʊst/
lowest point
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lowermost' originates from Middle English, combining 'lower' with the suffix '-most', where 'lower' meant 'more low'.
Historical Evolution
'lower' changed from Old English word 'lār' and eventually became the modern English word 'lower'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'more low', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'situated at the lowest point'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
situated at the lowest point or level.
The lowermost shelf was covered in dust.
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Last updated: 2025/01/14 15:39