algae-related
|al-gae-re-lat-ed|
B2
/ˈæl.dʒi rɪˌleɪ.tɪd/
(algae)
related to algae
Etymology
Etymology Information
'algae' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'alga,' where 'alga' meant 'seaweed.'
Historical Evolution
'alga' transformed into the English word 'algae,' and eventually became the modern English word 'algae-related' through the addition of the suffix '-related.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'alga' meant 'seaweed,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'pertaining to algae.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
pertaining to or associated with algae.
The algae-related research focused on the effects of pollution on marine ecosystems.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/08 10:26