prepackaged
|pre-pack-aged|
B2
/priˈpækɪdʒd/
(prepackage)
packaged in advance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'prepackaged' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'package' meaning 'to wrap or box something'.
Historical Evolution
'Prepackaged' evolved from the combination of 'pre-' and 'package' to describe items that are packaged in advance.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'packaged in advance', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
packaged before being sold or distributed.
The prepackaged meals are convenient for busy people.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42