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aggregant

|ag-greg-ant|

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/ˈæɡrɪɡənt/

(aggregate)

combined whole

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Etymology
Etymology Information

'aggregant' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aggregare,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'gregare' meant 'to flock or gather.'

Historical Evolution

'aggregare' transformed into the French word 'agrégant,' and eventually became the modern English word 'aggregant' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to gather or flock together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'tending to form aggregation.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

tending to form or cause aggregation.

The aggregant properties of the substance were studied in the lab.

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Last updated: 2025/05/30 20:21