tidiness
|tid-i-ness|
B1
/ˈtaɪdiːnəs/
(tidy)
neat and orderly
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tidy' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'tidi,' where 'tid' meant 'time' or 'season.'
Historical Evolution
'tidi' transformed into the modern English word 'tidy,' and eventually 'tidiness' was derived from it.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'timely' or 'seasonable,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'neat and orderly.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or quality of being neat and orderly.
Her tidiness was evident in the way she organized her desk.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35