aeneous
|ae-ne-ous|
C2
/ˈiːniəs/
bronze-like color
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aeneous' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aeneus,' where 'aes' meant 'bronze.'
Historical Evolution
'aeneus' transformed into the English word 'aeneous' and has retained its meaning related to bronze color.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'bronze-like,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a bronze or brassy color.
The beetle had an aeneous sheen under the sunlight.
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Last updated: 2025/05/17 16:06