prearranged
|pre-ar-ranged|
B2
/ˌpriːəˈreɪndʒd/
(prearrange)
planned beforehand
Etymology
Etymology Information
'prearrange' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the verb 'arrange' from Old French 'arangier', meaning 'to set in order'.
Historical Evolution
'prearrange' evolved from the combination of 'pre-' and 'arrange', which was derived from the Old French 'arangier'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to set in order beforehand', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
arranged in advance or beforehand.
The meeting was prearranged to ensure everyone could attend.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40