afresca
|a-fres-ca|
B2
/əˈfrɛskə/
fresh, refreshing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'afresca' originates from Italian, specifically the word 'fresco,' where 'fresco' meant 'fresh.'
Historical Evolution
'fresco' transformed into the modern English word 'afresca' to describe something fresh or refreshing.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'fresh,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'refreshing.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to something that is fresh or refreshing.
The afresca breeze was a welcome relief on a hot day.
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Last updated: 2025/05/25 06:51