sundry
UK: ˈsʌndri | US: ˈsʌndri
adj. various; miscellaneous; of different kinds
sundry = sund<separate> + ry<adjective suffix>
- sund<separate>: From Old English sundrian ("to divide, separate"), related to sundor ("apart").
- ry<adjective suffix>: A suffix forming adjectives, often indicating a state or quality (e.g., hungry, hazy).
Etymology Origin:
The word sundry traces back to Old English sundrian, meaning "to separate." Over time, it evolved into sundry to describe things that are "separate" or "varied." The suffix -ry (like in hungry) helped solidify its adjectival form, emphasizing a state of diversity. The logic is clear: things that are "sundered" (set apart) naturally become "sundry" (miscellaneous).
The shop sells sundry items, from spices to stationery.
He packed sundry tools for the trip, just in case.
The report covers sundry topics related to climate change.
She collected sundry opinions before making a decision.
The drawer was filled with sundry knick-knacks and old receipts.