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The word "fragility" ultimately derives from the Proto-Indo-European root *bʰreg-, meaning "to break or fall." This root also gave rise to words such as "fracture," "fragment," and "brittle."
The Latin word fragilis was used to describe something that was easily broken or damaged, both physically and figuratively. It was also used to refer to the weakness or vulnerability of a person or thing.
In English, the word "fragility" has been used since the late Middle English period. It has retained much of its original Latin meaning, referring to the quality of being easily broken or damaged. However, it has also come to be used more broadly to refer to any kind of weakness or vulnerability.
Etymology Latin fragilis Proto Indo European bhreg to break Meaning Br
Etymology Late Middle English fragilitee from Anglo Norman French fragilitee from La
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Etymology Latin fragilis Proto Indo European bhreg to break Meaning Br
Etymology Late Middle English fragilitee from Anglo Norman French fragilitee from La
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Etymology The word refraction originates from the Latin word refringere which mean
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Etymology The word refrangible is derived from the Latin word refringere which means
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