accumulable
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/əˈkjuːmjʊləbl̩/
(accumulate)
gather gradually
Etymology
Etymology Information
'accumulable' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'accumulare,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'cumulare' meant 'to heap up.'
Historical Evolution
'accumulare' transformed into the French word 'accumuler,' and eventually became the modern English word 'accumulate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to heap up or pile,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to gather or collect over time.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being accumulated or gathered over time.
The interest on the savings account is accumulable over the years.
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Last updated: 2025/04/16 07:21