alveolated
|al-ve-o-lat-ed|
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/ˈæl.vi.oʊˌleɪ.tɪd/
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/ˈæl.vi.əʊˌleɪ.tɪd/
(alveolate)
honeycomb-like structure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alveolated' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'alveolus,' where 'alveus' meant 'cavity' or 'hollow.'
Historical Evolution
'alveolus' transformed into the English word 'alveolate,' and eventually became the modern English word 'alveolated.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having cavities or hollows,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a surface marked by pits or depressions resembling alveoli.
The alveolated structure of the sponge allows it to filter water efficiently.
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Last updated: 2025/07/06 19:36