algae-inhibiting
|al-gae-in-hib-it-ing|
/ˈæl.dʒi ɪnˈhɪb.ɪ.tɪŋ/
prevents algae growth
Etymology
The term 'algae-inhibiting' is a compound formed from 'algae' and 'inhibiting.' 'Algae' comes from Latin 'alga' meaning 'seaweed,' and 'inhibiting' comes from Latin 'inhibere' meaning 'to hold in, check.'
'Algae' entered English from Latin, and 'inhibiting' developed from the Latin 'inhibere' through Old French and Middle English. The compound 'algae-inhibiting' is a modern English formation.
Originally, 'algae' referred to seaweed, and 'inhibiting' meant to restrain. Together, 'algae-inhibiting' specifically refers to restraining the growth of algae.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
preventing or reducing the growth of algae.
The pond was treated with an algae-inhibiting solution.
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Last updated: 2025/07/27 11:01