aedine
|ae-dine|
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/ˈiːdaɪn/
mosquito-related
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aedine' originates from the genus name 'Aedes', which is derived from the Greek word 'aēdēs', meaning 'unpleasant' or 'odious'.
Historical Evolution
The term 'aedine' was derived from the genus name 'Aedes', which was used in scientific classification.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to the genus of mosquitoes, but over time it evolved to describe characteristics related to these mosquitoes.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of mosquitoes of the genus Aedes.
The aedine mosquitoes are known for spreading diseases like dengue and Zika.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/17 01:36