acutilingual
|a-cu-ti-lin-gual|
C2
/ˌæk.juː.tɪˈlɪŋ.ɡwəl/
sharp-tongued
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acutilingual' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'acutus' meaning 'sharp' and 'lingua' meaning 'tongue'.
Historical Evolution
'acutus' and 'lingua' combined in Latin to form 'acutilingual', which was adopted into English with the same meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a sharp tongue', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a sharp or pointed tongue.
The acutilingual structure of certain insects aids in their feeding habits.
Synonyms
Antonyms
blunt-tongued
Last updated: 2025/05/02 13:21