ajugas
|a-ju-gas|
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/əˈdʒuːɡəz/
(ajuga)
ground cover plant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ajuga' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'ajuga', where 'a-' meant 'without' and 'jugum' meant 'yoke'.
Historical Evolution
'ajuga' remained largely unchanged from its Latin origin into modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific plant genus, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of flowering plants in the mint family, known for their colorful foliage and flowers.
Ajugas are often used as ground cover in gardens.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/10 01:51