outdatedness
|out-dat-ed-ness|
C1
/aʊtˈdeɪtɪdnəs/
(outdated)
no longer current
Etymology
Etymology Information
'outdated' originates from the prefix 'out-' meaning 'beyond' and the word 'date,' which refers to a specific time or period.
Historical Evolution
The term 'outdated' evolved from the concept of being beyond a certain date, implying that something is no longer current or relevant.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to something being beyond a specific date, but it evolved to mean something that is no longer in use or fashionable.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or condition of being outdated or obsolete.
The outdatedness of the technology was evident in its slow performance.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45