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agapemone

|a-ga-pe-mo-ne|

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/əˈɡæpɪˌmoʊni/

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/əˈɡæpɪˌməʊni/

place of love

Etymology

Etymology Information

'agapemone' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'agape' meaning 'love' and 'mone' meaning 'abode'.

Historical Evolution

'agape' and 'mone' combined in English to form 'agapemone', referring to a place of love or community.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a place of love', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a place of love or a community living in love, often used to describe a religious community or commune.

The agapemone was known for its communal living and shared resources.

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Last updated: 2025/05/28 13:06