Aeolian
|Ae-o-li-an|
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/iˈoʊliən/
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/iˈəʊliən/
wind-related
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Aeolian' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'Aiolos,' where 'Aiolos' was the name of the god of the winds.
Historical Evolution
'Aiolos' transformed into the Latin word 'Aeolus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'Aeolian.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to anything related to the god of the winds, but over time it evolved to describe wind-related processes.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or arising from the action of the wind.
The Aeolian processes shaped the sand dunes over centuries.
Synonyms
Adjective 2
pertaining to Aeolus, the Greek god of the winds.
The Aeolian harp is named after Aeolus, the god of the winds.
Last updated: 2025/05/26 00:39