acervative
|a-cer-va-tive|
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/əˈsɜːrvətɪv/
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/əˈsɜːvətɪv/
heap-like
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acervative' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'acervatus,' where 'acervus' meant 'heap or pile.'
Historical Evolution
'acervatus' transformed into the English word 'acervative' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'relating to a heap or pile,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or resembling a heap or mass.
The acervative nature of the debris made it difficult to clear.
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Last updated: 2025/04/17 22:21