allocthonous
|al-loc-tho-nous|
C2
/əˈlɒkθənəs/
originating elsewhere
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allocthonous' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'allokthon,' where 'allo-' meant 'other' and 'kthon' meant 'earth.'
Historical Evolution
'allokthon' transformed into the modern English word 'allocthonous' through scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'from another land,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
originating in a place other than where it is found; not native.
The allocthonous species have significantly altered the local ecosystem.
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Last updated: 2025/06/27 19:51