actinodrome
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/ækˈtɪnəˌdroʊm/
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/ækˈtɪnəˌdrəʊm/
radiating veins
Etymology
Etymology Information
'actinodrome' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aktinos,' where 'aktin-' meant 'ray' and 'dromos' meant 'course or running.'
Historical Evolution
'aktinos' transformed into the modern English word 'actinodrome' through scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'ray course,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having veins radiating from a central point.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having veins radiating from a central point, as in certain leaves.
The leaf of the plant is actinodrome, with veins spreading out like rays.
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Last updated: 2025/04/30 00:36