amaranthaceous
|am-a-ran-tha-ceous|
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/ˌæməˌrænˈθeɪʃəs/
related to amaranth family
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amaranthaceous' originates from the Latin word 'amaranthus', which is derived from the Greek word 'amarantos', meaning 'unfading'.
Historical Evolution
'amaranthus' transformed into the New Latin term 'amaranthaceae', which eventually became the modern English word 'amaranthaceous'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the 'unfading' quality of the amaranth flower, but over time it evolved to describe the botanical family.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of the amaranth family (Amaranthaceae), a family of flowering plants.
The amaranthaceous plants are known for their vibrant colors and nutritional value.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/08 04:06