alburnous
|al-bur-nous|
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/ælˈbɜrnəs/
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/ælˈbɜːnəs/
resembling sapwood
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alburnous' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'alburnus,' where 'albus' meant 'white.'
Historical Evolution
'alburnus' transformed into the English word 'alburnous' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'white wood,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'resembling alburnum.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or resembling alburnum, the soft, newer wood found just beneath the bark of a tree.
The alburnous layer of the tree is crucial for its growth.
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Last updated: 2025/06/14 20:36