agate-like
|a-gate-like|
C1
/ˈæɡɪt laɪk/
resembling agate
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agate-like' originates from the word 'agate', which comes from the Greek word 'achates', referring to a river in Sicily where agates were found.
Historical Evolution
'agate' was adopted into Middle English from Old French 'agate', which in turn came from Latin 'achates'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'agate' referred specifically to the stone, but 'agate-like' evolved to describe anything resembling the stone in appearance or texture.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
resembling or characteristic of agate, especially in appearance or texture.
The vase had an agate-like finish that shimmered in the light.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/08 21:57