Friday, October 21, 2016

Deep-Seeded vs. Deep-Seated


“DEEP-SEEDED”

Although tempting to employ, this phrase does not makes sense. People mistakenly use this phrase because they either misheard it when someone verbally utilized it or they believe it makes logical sense, such as a thought, emotion, or belief being “deeply planted” as a seed; however, the phrase derives from horseback riding, referring to the position of the rider. Also, if an actual seed was “deeply” planted, it would probably not thrive so well in the soil, offering another reason why this phrase simply does not represent the idea (or metaphorical expression) a writer or speaker might be trying to convey.

“DEEP-SEATED”

This is the correct phrase, meaning “firmly established at a deep or profound level; entrenched,” originating from, as I mentioned above, the position of a rider on a horse.

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