abaxile
|ab-ax-ile|
C2
/æbˈæksɪl/
away from the axis
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abaxile' originates from Latin, specifically the prefix 'ab-' meaning 'away from' and 'axis' meaning 'axle or axis'.
Historical Evolution
'abaxile' was derived from the Latin word 'abaxialis' and eventually became the modern English word 'abaxile'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'away from the axis', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
situated away from the axis of an organ or organism.
The abaxile surface of the leaf is exposed to sunlight.
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Last updated: 2025/03/30 05:51