alfileria
|al-fi-le-ria|
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/ˌælfɪˈlɪəriə/
small Mediterranean herb
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alfileria' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'alfiler,' where 'alfiler' meant 'pin.'
Historical Evolution
'alfileria' changed from the Spanish word 'alfiler' and eventually became the modern English word 'alfileria.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pin-like plant,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a specific genus of plants.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of small annual herbs in the family Geraniaceae, native to the Mediterranean region.
The alfileria plant is often found in dry, sandy soils.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/19 08:51