accrescent
|ac-cres-cent|
C2
/əˈkrɛsənt/
growing after flowering
Etymology
Etymology Information
'accrescent' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'accrescentem,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'crescere' meant 'to grow.'
Historical Evolution
'accrescentem' transformed into the French word 'accrescent,' and eventually became the modern English word 'accrescent' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to grow or increase,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
growing or increasing in size, especially after flowering.
The accrescent calyx of the flower continued to grow even after the petals had fallen.
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Last updated: 2025/04/15 19:06