ambicolorate
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/ˌæmbɪˈkʌləˌreɪt/
multicolored
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ambicolorate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'ambi-' meaning 'both' and 'coloratus' meaning 'colored'.
Historical Evolution
'ambi-' combined with 'coloratus' in Latin, and eventually became the modern English word 'ambicolorate'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having two colors', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'being multicolored'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having two colors or being multicolored.
The ambicolorate design of the butterfly's wings was mesmerizing.
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Last updated: 2025/07/09 20:36