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The word "steady" has its roots in the Proto-Indo-European language, where the root sta-, meaning "to stand," was used. This root is also found in other English words related to stability, such as "stand," "stable," and "station."
Over time, the Proto-Germanic form staðigaz emerged, which meant "firm" or "stable." This form was borrowed into Old English as stæðig, and eventually evolved into the Middle English stedi.
By the 14th century, "steady" had acquired the broader meaning of "consistent" or "unchanging." It has since been used to describe a wide range of things, from the pace of a heartbeat to the reliability of a friend.
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