adorally
|a-dor-al-ly|
C2
/əˈdɔːrəli/
(adoral)
near the mouth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adorally' originates from the Latin word 'os,' meaning 'mouth,' combined with the prefix 'ad-' meaning 'toward.'
Historical Evolution
'adorally' evolved from the Latin term 'adoralis,' which was used in anatomical contexts to describe directionality towards the mouth.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'toward the mouth,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/05/12 08:36
