algoid
|al-goid|
C2
/ˈælɡɔɪd/
resembling algae
Etymology
Etymology Information
'algoid' originates from the Greek word 'algos,' meaning 'pain,' but in this context, it is derived from 'alga,' meaning 'seaweed.'
Historical Evolution
'algoid' evolved from the Greek word 'algos' to the modern English word 'algoid,' reflecting its relation to algae.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'related to seaweed,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
resembling or relating to algae.
The algoid texture of the pond's surface was due to the rapid growth of algae.
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Last updated: 2025/06/20 12:36