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aberuncator

|a-be-run-ca-tor|

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/ˌæbəˈrʌŋkeɪtər/

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/ˌæbəˈrʌŋkeɪtə/

pruning tool

Etymology

Etymology Information

'aberuncator' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aberuncare,' where 'ab-' meant 'away' and 'eruncare' meant 'to weed out.'

Historical Evolution

'aberuncare' transformed into the English word 'aberuncator' and has retained its meaning related to pruning and cutting.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to weed out or remove,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a tool for pruning trees.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a long-handled tool used for pruning trees, especially for cutting off branches that are out of reach.

The gardener used an aberuncator to trim the high branches of the tree.

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Last updated: 2025/04/01 05:06