alaternus
|a-la-ter-nus|
C2
🇺🇸
/əˈlætərnəs/
🇬🇧
/əˈlætənəs/
Mediterranean shrub
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alaternus' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'alaternus', where 'ala-' meant 'wing' and '-ternus' was a suffix used in plant names.
Historical Evolution
'alaternus' has remained largely unchanged from its Latin origins, maintaining its reference to the specific plant species.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific plant species, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of evergreen shrub or small tree, known scientifically as Rhamnus alaternus, native to the Mediterranean region.
The alaternus is often used in hedges and garden borders.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/12 18:37