acridium
|ac-ri-di-um|
C2
/əˈkrɪdiəm/
locust genus
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acridium' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'acridium', where 'acri-' meant 'sharp' or 'bitter'.
Historical Evolution
'acridium' has remained largely unchanged from its Latin origins, maintaining its reference to a type of locust.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific genus of locusts, and this meaning has remained consistent over time.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of locusts, typically large grasshoppers, known for their destructive swarming behavior.
The acridium swarmed across the fields, devouring crops in its path.
Synonyms
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