ambers
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/ˈæmbərz/
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/ˈæmbəz/
(amber)
fossilized resin
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amber' originates from Arabic, specifically the word 'anbar', where it referred to 'ambergris'.
Historical Evolution
'anbar' transformed into the Old French word 'ambre', and eventually became the modern English word 'amber'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to 'ambergris', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'fossil resin'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'amber', a yellowish-brown fossil resin used in jewelry and ornamentation.
The museum displayed various ambers from different regions.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/09 19:51