abranchious
|a-bran-chious|
C2
/eɪˈbræŋkɪəs/
without gills
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abranchious' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'a-' meaning 'without' and 'branchia' meaning 'gills'.
Historical Evolution
'abranchious' was directly borrowed from Greek into English without significant transformation.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without gills', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking gills.
The abranchious nature of the species means it cannot breathe underwater.
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Last updated: 2025/04/05 17:36