amberoid
|am-ber-oid|
C1
/ˈæmbəˌrɔɪd/
synthetic amber
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amberoid' originates from the word 'amber' combined with the suffix '-oid', which means 'resembling or like'.
Historical Evolution
'amber' combined with the suffix '-oid' to form 'amberoid', indicating a material resembling amber.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'resembling amber', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/07/09 19:06