adducent
|ad-du-cent|
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/əˈdjuːsənt/
drawing towards
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adducent' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'adducens', where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'ducere' meant 'to lead'.
Historical Evolution
'adducens' transformed into the English word 'adducent' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to lead towards', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
tending to draw towards a center or a common point.
The adducent muscles of the eye help in focusing.
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Last updated: 2025/05/04 21:06