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uniform

|u/ni/form|

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🇺🇸

/ˈjuːnɪfɔːrm/

🇬🇧

/ˈjuːnɪfɔːm/

consistent form

Etymology
Etymology Information

'uniform' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'uniformis,' where 'uni-' meant 'one' and 'formis' meant 'form.'

Historical Evolution

'uniformis' transformed into the French word 'uniforme,' and eventually became the modern English word 'uniform' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'having one form,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'consistent' and 'distinctive outfit.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a distinctive outfit worn by members of the same organization or group.

The students are required to wear a school uniform.

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Adjective 1

consistent and unvarying in form or character.

The rows of trees were planted in a uniform pattern.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35