acromyodic
|ac-ro-my-o-dic|
C2
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/ˌækroʊˈmaɪədɪk/
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/ˌækrəʊˈmaɪədɪk/
muscle structure in birds
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acromyodic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'akros' meaning 'topmost' and 'myodes' meaning 'muscular'.
Historical Evolution
'akros' and 'myodes' combined to form the term 'acromyodic' in English, referring to specific muscle structures in certain birds.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the topmost muscular structures, and this meaning has remained consistent in its specific biological context.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or having the characteristics of acromyodia, a group of birds with certain muscle structures.
The acromyodic structure of the bird's muscles allows for unique flight patterns.
Last updated: 2025/04/28 03:06