agrestical
|a-gres-ti-cal|
C2
/əˈɡrɛstɪkəl/
relating to the countryside
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agrestical' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'agrestis,' where 'ager' meant 'field.'
Historical Evolution
'agrestis' transformed into the Medieval Latin word 'agresticalis,' and eventually became the modern English word 'agrestical.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to fields,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to the countryside or rustic.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the fields or countryside; rustic.
The agrestical charm of the village attracted many visitors.
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Last updated: 2025/06/03 11:51
